CBSE Class 10 Political Science Outcomes Of Democracy Worksheet Set 01

Multiple Choice Questions

Question. What is the rule of people known as ?
(a) Democracy
(b) Military rule
(c) Dictatorship
(d) Monarchy

Answer : (a) Democracy

Question. Identify the correct statement/s about economic growth and development in democratic forms of government:
I. It offers certain economic and social rights.
II. Economic development is slower in this type of government.
III. This type of government has higher economic growth as compared to other forms of government.
IV. Development is faster in a democratic form of government as compared to other forms of governments.
Options:
(a) I & II
(b) II & III
(c) I &III
(d) II & IV

Answer : (a) I & II

Question. What is regarded as a ‘definite plus point’ of democratic regimes.
(a) Rule of majority
(b) Participative decision making
(c) Ability to handle Social differences, divisions, and conflicts.
(d) None of these

Answer : (c) Ability to handle Social differences, divisions, and conflicts.

Question. Democracy is based on the idea of deliberation and ___________.
Choose the correct option:
(a) negotiation
(b) implementation
(c) corruption
(d) discussion

Answer : (a) negotiation

Question. Practically, democracies do not appear to be very successful in reducing ________ inequalities.
(a) economic
(b) social
(c) political
(d) national

Answer : (a) economic

Question. Which of these countries has democratic government since Independence?
(a) India
(b) Pakistan
(c) Bhutan
(d) Nepal

Answer : (a) India

Question. Whom does the majority community need to deal with in order for the government to represent the general will?
(a) The political elite
(b) The armed forces
(c) The minority community
(d) The judiciary

Answer : (c) The minority community

Question. What kind of regime suppresses internal social differences?
(a) Democracy
(b) Dictatorship
(c) Totalitarian State
(d) (b) and (c) both are correct

Answer : (d) (b) and (c) both are correct

Question. Consider the following statements regarding democracy and select the answer using the codes given below.
I. People feel that democracy is better as it promotes equality.
II. People feel that democracy is better as it promotes freedom.
III. People feel that democracy is better as it promotes dignity.
IV. People feel that democracy is better as it promotes a legitimate government.
Options :
(a) I, II, III, IV
(b) II, III, IV, I
(c) I, III, IV, II
(d) I, II, IV, III

Answer : (a) I, II, III, IV

Question. Identify the correct statement/s about military rule of government :
I. Military rule of government has a support in.
II. Military rule of government is administered by military forces.
III. Military rule of government may or may not be formed by natives.
IV. Military rule of government has power over those who are in lower socio-economic strata.
Options:
(a) I & II
(b) II & III
(c) I & III
(d) II & IV

Answer : (b) II & III

Question. Which among the following options assures the accountibility of political parties and democratic government:
(a) people
(b) society
(c) world
(d) none of these

Answer : (a) people

Question. Which of the following statements is incorrect about democracy?
(a) It brings improvement in the quality of decision making.
(b) It allows room to correct mistakes.
(c) It respects public opinion.
(d) Decision making is much faster and quicker.

Answer : (d) Decision making is much faster and quicker. 

Question. Identify the correct statement with regard to democratic government:
(a) Democracy not to lag behind dictatorship.
(b) Democracy is not a guarantee of economic development.
(c) Economic growth is better in non-democratic government.
(d) the USA is a democratic government but remarkable economic development.

Answer : (b) Democracy is not a guarantee of economicdevelopment.

Question. No deliberation and negotiation for taking decisions is a feature of this type of government :
(a) democratic government
(b) non-democratic
(c) monarchy
(d) dictatorship

Answer : (b) non-democratic

Question. Democracy is considered as a better form of government because
(a) It ensures economic development.
(b) It guarantees economic equality
(c) It provides a method to resolve conflict.
(d) Option A and B
Answer. C

Question. Identify the correct statement about democracy.
(a) It is free from corruption
(b) Democracy is free from social conflict.
(c) It is successful in eradicating poverty.
(d) It respects the individual dignity of citizens.

Answer. D

Question. The given image shows the effect of democratic politics on social differences. Which options are more appropriate in context of democracy?
(a) Democracy suppresses internal social differences.
(b) Democracies lead to peaceful and harmonious life among Citizens
(c) Democracies accommodate various social divisions
(d) Option B and C
Answer. D

Question.A democratic government is elected by citizens and enjoys the confidence and trust of the citizens. This is known as
(a) A legitimate government,
(b) A transparent government
(c) A secular government
(d) A stable government.
Answer. A

Question.

Read the given table carefully and select the correct statements from the given options:
(a) Dictatorial regimes have a slightly better record of economic growth.
(b) Democratic regimes have better economic growth.
(c) Poor countries under democracy have more economic growth.
(d) It is better to prefer dictatorship as it has better economic development.
Answer. A

Question. Choose the correctly matched pair from the following
(a) Pakistan Democracy is preferred over dictatorship
(b) Bangladesh More than half of its population lives in poverty
(c) Belgium Has failed in negotiating differences among ethnic populations
(d) Sri Lanka Here majority worked with the minority to produce a harmonious social life
Answer. B

Question. Study the given cartoon. Select the incorrect statements from the given options:
(a) Half of the people in the world are poor and they possess very less resources.
(b) People in several poor countries are now dependent on the rich countries even for food supplies.
(c) In actual life, democracies do not appear to be very successful in reducing economic inequalities
(d) 2% of the poor people possess 50% resources of the worl(d)

Answer. D

Question. ‘Equal treatment of women is a necessary ingredient of a democratic society. This means that:
(a) Most societies across the world are now increasingly women dominated
(b) Women are actually always treated with respect.
(c)It is now easier for women to legally wage struggle for their rights.
(d) Women are not ill-treated anywhere in the worl(d)
Answer. C

Question. Democracy stands much superior to any other form of government in-----------
(a) Reducing economic inequalities.
(b) Removing corruption.
(c) Bringing higher rate of economic growth
(d) Promoting dignity and freedom of the individual
Answer. D

Question. Which of these factors do not play a role in the economic development of a country?
(a) Size of the population
(b) The language of the country.
(c) Cooperation from other countries.
(d) Economic priorities adopted by the Government.
Answer. B