Electoral Politics Chapter 3 Overview
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Why are elections necessary in a democracy?

  • To directly govern the country
  • To appoint the Election Commission
  • To select the political leaders (correct)
  • To eliminate the need for representatives
  • What is the main purpose of electoral competition among parties?

  • To create divisions among people
  • To ensure a one-party system
  • To serve the interests of the political leaders
  • To serve the people through different policy options (correct)
  • What distinguishes democratic elections from non-democratic elections?

  • Lack of transparency
  • Presence of only one candidate
  • Opportunity for citizens to choose their representatives (correct)
  • Involvement of the Election Commission
  • What is the role of the Election Commission in ensuring free and fair elections?

    <p>To enforce election laws and ensure a level playing field</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At each stage of elections, what should happen and what does happen?

    <p>Boundaries of constituencies should not be drawn unfairly, but they are drawn unfairly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the name of the movement led by Chaudhary Devi Lal against the ruling Congress party?

    <p>Nyaya Yudh</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many seats did Lok Dal and its partners win in the State Assembly elections?

    <p>76</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action did Devi Lal's government take immediately after winning the elections?

    <p>Issued a Government Order waiving outstanding loans of small farmers, agricultural laborers, and small businessmen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the next elections held in 1991 for Devi Lal's party?

    <p>They did not win popular support</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who led a movement called 'Nyaya Yudh' (Struggle for Justice) against the ruling Congress party?

    <p>Devi Lal</p> Signup and view all the answers

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