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Electoral Malpractices in India

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Which of the following is specifically considered an electoral malpractice during elections?

Communal hate speech (correct)

Bribery of government officials

Mismanagement of public funds

Marketing deception

What is identified as a major type of political corruption in elections?

Government accountability

Systematic discrimination

Electoral malpractice (correct)

Corporate lobbying

Which factor contributes to the persistence of electoral malpractice in a society?

Absence of party systems

Weak governmental machinery

Low degree of political and administrative morality (correct)

High levels of political and administrative morality

Fraudulent practices in elections may include all of the following except:

Civic engagement campaigns Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT typically considered a characteristic of electoral malpractice?

Frequent electoral debates Signup and view all the answers

What is the principal function of elections in a democracy?

To facilitate the selection and replacement of ruling elites. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes universal adult suffrage?

Giving all adult citizens the right to vote regardless of status. Signup and view all the answers

What role do elections play in holding governments accountable?

They serve as a mechanism for accountability for government actions and policies. Signup and view all the answers

What impact do elections have on political awareness among citizens?

They generate awareness and encourage participation in political processes. Signup and view all the answers

How does a good electoral system contribute to a representative government?

By ensuring regular, free, and fair elections. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of elections in India?

They are exclusively based on majority rule. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'electoral malpractice' refer to?

Actions that compromise the fairness and integrity of elections. Signup and view all the answers

Why is the legitimacy of government important in a democracy?

It builds trust and promotes participatory governance. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Electoral Malpractices

Elections are a core democratic process for selecting representatives and holding governments accountable.
Elections are fundamental for democratic societies, enabling citizen participation and succession in government.
Elections are essential for determining how a country is governed and ensures legitimacy to government.
Elections foster citizen involvement and participation in public affairs.
India's electoral system is a constitutional democracy with a commitment to free, fair, and regular elections.
However, malpractices like discrepancies between votes and seats won, personality cult in parties, caste and communal exploitation, money power, misuse of machinery, booth-capturing, voter intimidation, and impersonation represent significant issues within the system.
These issues are major forms of political corruption stemming from low levels of political and administrative morality.
A transparent electoral system is essential for democratic practice in both developed and developing nations.
The lecture suggests that communal hate speech is a specific example of electoral malpractice.
Other forms of corruption like embezzlement and nepotism, while issues, are not considered electoral malpractices in the specific context of election processes.

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This quiz explores the various malpractices that affect the electoral process in India, a vital component of its constitutional democracy. It covers issues like vote discrepancies, caste exploitation, and the influence of money power on elections, along with their implications for democratic legitimacy. Test your knowledge of these significant challenges to fair elections.