Differences between National and Regional Parties in India

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What is the main difference between national and regional parties in terms of their area of influence?

National parties have limited influence while regional parties have widespread influence

National parties have influence all over the country or in many states, whereas regional parties have influence limited to one state or a few regions (correct)

Regional parties have a wider influence than national parties

National parties have a stronger influence in the capital city, whereas regional parties have a stronger influence in the states

What is the primary concern of national parties?

National interests (correct)

Local governance

International relations

Regional interests

What is the significance of a symbol reserved for a national party?

It is recognized only in a particular state

It is reserved for a regional party

It is reserved exclusively for a national party (correct)

It is not recognized by the Election Commission

What is the main challenge for national parties in terms of regional interests?

They have to look into ways to harmonize many conflicting regional interests Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the factors responsible for the emergence of regional parties?

Ethnic, cultural, and linguistic diversities Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary military use of war elephants in ancient Asia?

To trample enemy foot soldiers and break formations Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant advantage of war elephants on the battlefield?

Their ability to scare away horses and trample chariots Signup and view all the answers

How were war elephants typically deployed in battle?

In the center, to prevent or conduct a charge Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant drawback of using war elephants in battle?

They could become unmanageable if wounded Signup and view all the answers

What was the perceived effect of having a large number of elephants on an enemy's mind?

It would prompt them to submit or not challenge Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of 'Anti-Elephant Spikes' on fort doors?

To prevent elephants from breaking through Signup and view all the answers

What was another use of war elephants beyond the battlefield?

To provide a means of transport and carry heavy materiel Signup and view all the answers

What was the psychological impact of war elephants on enemy forces?

They caused shock and scattered enemy formations Signup and view all the answers

Why were camels used to break through doors with 'Anti-Elephant Spikes'?

Because they were cheaper than elephants Signup and view all the answers

Why were elephants not effective in modern warfare?

Because they were difficult to control and discipline Signup and view all the answers

What was the consequence of out-of-control elephants in a battle?

They would cause more damage to their own side Signup and view all the answers

What was the main legacy of elephants in warfare?

They left little legacy in warfare Signup and view all the answers

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