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Which of the following is NOT a key feature of democracy?

  • Free elections
  • Strict control over media (correct)
  • Rule of law
  • Political competition

The U.S. Constitution and India's Constitution have identical approaches to constitutional design.

False (B)

What are the two main types of democracies?

Direct democracy and representative democracy

The ______ branch of government is responsible for enforcing laws.

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Which of the following is a benefit of democracy?

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What was the main catalyst for the emergence of socialism in Europe?

<p>The problems created by industrialization (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following concepts with their definitions:

<p>Human Capital = The skills, knowledge, and abilities possessed by individuals Demographic Dividend = A period when the working-age population is larger than the dependent population Food Security = Ensuring that all people have access to sufficient, nutritious food for an active and healthy life Poverty Alleviation = Government programs and initiatives aimed at reducing poverty</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Storming of the Bastille was a major event that symbolized the people's opposition to the French monarchy.

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What are three challenges faced by democracies?

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What was the name of the document that outlined the principles of liberty and equality during the French Revolution?

<p>Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Treaty of Versailles, signed after World War I, imposed harsh conditions on Germany, leading to economic and social problems that contributed to the ______

<p>rise of Nazism</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Public Distribution System (PDS) is a government program designed to improve food security in India.

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Match the following terms with their respective descriptions:

<p>Estates-General = Meeting of representatives from the three estates of French society Tennis Court Oath = Third Estate's vow to write a new constitution Reign of Terror = Period of mass executions during the French Revolution Treaty of Versailles = Peace treaty that imposed harsh conditions on Germany after World War I Bolsheviks = Radical communist party that seized power in Russia during the October Revolution</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ______ is a period of economic growth that can result from a larger working-age population.

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Which of the following is a cause of poverty?

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Which of these individuals was a prominent figure in the development of socialist thought?

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The French Revolution was the only significant revolution that took place in Europe in the 19th century.

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What was the name of the event that led to the overthrow of Tsar Nicholas II and the establishment of a provisional government in Russia?

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Flashcards

Democracy

A government system where people choose their legislators and emphasize participation, equality, and human rights.

Types of Democracies

Direct democracy allows citizens to vote on laws; representative democracy elects officials to make decisions for them.

Benefits of Democracy

Democracy promotes equality, human rights, and allows people to hold leaders accountable.

Challenges of Democracy

Democracy faces issues like inequality, corruption, and inefficiency despite benefits.

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Purpose of a Constitution

Establishes government framework, protects citizens' rights, and ensures justice and fairness.

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Separation of Powers

A principle ensuring that executive, legislative, and judiciary powers are distinct and interrelated to prevent misuse.

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Electoral Systems

Methods used to select representatives in elections, such as First-past-the-post and proportional representation.

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Fundamental Rights

Basic rights guaranteed to all citizens, like equality, freedom of speech, and participation in governance.

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Poverty Causes

Economic inequality, lack of education, unemployment, and low wages lead to poverty.

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Food Security

Ensuring that all people have access to enough nutritious food for a healthy life.

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Social Inequality

The division of society into different estates with unequal rights, notably the First, Second, and Third Estates before the French Revolution.

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Tennis Court Oath

A pledge made by the Third Estate in 1789 to create a new constitution for France, marking a significant step towards democracy.

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Declaration of the Rights of Man

A fundamental document from the French Revolution outlining basic human rights and the principles of liberty and equality.

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Reign of Terror

A period during the French Revolution characterized by mass executions of perceived enemies, led by Robespierre.

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Russian Revolution

A series of events in 1917 that led to the overthrow of Tsar Nicholas II and the establishment of a socialist government in Russia.

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Nazi Party

A far-right political party in Germany, led by Adolf Hitler, known for its extreme nationalism, militarism, and anti-Semitism.

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Holocaust

The genocide of six million Jews and other targeted groups by the Nazi regime during World War II.

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Treaty of Versailles

The peace treaty that ended World War I, imposing heavy reparations and territorial losses on Germany.

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Study Notes

French Revolution

  • Causes: Social inequality (three estates), economic crisis (tax burden, poor harvests), political absolutism (King Louis XVI), and Enlightenment ideas (liberty, equality).
  • Key Events: Estates-General meeting (1789), Tennis Court Oath (establishment of National Assembly), Storming of the Bastille (symbol of oppression), Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen, Reign of Terror (mass executions).
  • Impact: End of feudal privileges, rise of nationalism, spread of revolutionary ideas, rise of Napoleon Bonaparte.

Socialism in Europe and the Russian Revolution

  • Socialism in Europe: Response to industrialization, advocating workers' rights, collective ownership. Key figures: Marx (Communism), Engels, Saint-Simon, and Owen. 1848 revolutions across Europe demanded better working conditions and political rights.
  • Russian Revolution (1917): February Revolution overthrew Tsar Nicholas II, provisional government established. October Revolution: Bolsheviks (led by Lenin) seized power, establishing a socialist state. Russia became the first communist country, and the Soviet Union was formed.

Nazism and the Rise of Hitler

  • Post-WWI Germany: Treaty of Versailles caused severe economic and social problems (hyperinflation, high unemployment). Rise of radical ideologies, including the Nazi Party.
  • Key Events: Hitler became Chancellor in 1933, used the Reichstag Fire for power consolidation. Nazi ideology: Extreme nationalism, militarism, anti-Semitism. Systematic genocide of Jews and other minorities (the Holocaust).
  • Impact: Expansionist policies led to WWII. Fascism and totalitarian regimes spread across Europe.

What is Democracy?

  • Definition: A government where citizens have the authority to choose their representatives, emphasizing participation, equality, and human rights.
  • Key Features: Political competition, free elections, rule of law, human rights, fundamental freedoms, different types (direct, representative).

Why Democracy?

  • Benefits: Promotes equality and human rights, freedoms of expression and participation, holds leaders accountable.
  • Challenges: Inequality can exist. Corruption or inefficiency can arise.

Constitutional Design

  • Purpose: Establishes government framework, protects rights, ensures justice.
  • Key Features: Fundamental rights, separation of powers, independent judiciary, balance of power among institutions.
  • Examples: U.S. Constitution (1787), India's Constitution (1950) show different approaches.

Electoral Politics

  • Elections: Process for selecting representatives in a democracy. Different electoral systems (first-past-the-post, proportional representation).
  • Key Concepts: Political parties, voting rights, media role in elections, campaigns, debates, public opinion.

Working of Institutions

  • Institutions in Democracy: Executive (government), Legislature (parliament), and Judiciary (courts) have distinct, interconnected roles. Separation of powers prevents any one group from having too much power.

Democratic Rights

  • Fundamental Rights: Rights guaranteed to citizens (equality, speech, participation).
  • Constitutional Protections: Legal safeguards against discrimination and arbitrary action.

People as Resource

  • Human Capital: Skills, knowledge, abilities of individuals.
  • Demographic Dividend: A period when working-age population is larger than dependent population, boosting economic growth.

Poverty as a Challenge

  • Causes: Economic inequality, lack of education, unemployment, low wages.
  • Government Measures: Poverty alleviation programs, rural development, social security schemes.

Food Security in India

  • Definition: Ensuring all have nutritious food for an active and healthy life.
  • Challenges: Malnutrition, food scarcity, food distribution issues.
  • Government Programs: Public Distribution System (PDS), Mid-Day Meal Scheme, National Food Security Act.

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