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Who became the Chief Minister of Haryana after the 1987 State assembly election?
Who became the Chief Minister of Haryana after the 1987 State assembly election?
- Chaudhary Devi Lal (correct)
- The sitting Chief Minister
- The Governor of Haryana
- A member of the Congress party
The Congress party won more seats than Lok Dal in the 1987 Haryana assembly elections.
The Congress party won more seats than Lok Dal in the 1987 Haryana assembly elections.
False (B)
What was the name of the movement led by Chaudhary Devi Lal?
What was the name of the movement led by Chaudhary Devi Lal?
Nyaya Yudh
Devi Lal's government issued a Government Order waiving the outstanding loans of small __________.
Devi Lal's government issued a Government Order waiving the outstanding loans of small __________.
How many elections did Devi Lal's party, Lok Dal, win in 1987?
How many elections did Devi Lal's party, Lok Dal, win in 1987?
Devi Lal's government lasted for four years after the 1987 election.
Devi Lal's government lasted for four years after the 1987 election.
When did the next elections take place after Devi Lal became the Chief Minister?
When did the next elections take place after Devi Lal became the Chief Minister?
Match the following political parties with their respective seat counts in the 1987 Haryana assembly elections:
Match the following political parties with their respective seat counts in the 1987 Haryana assembly elections:
What was the approximate expenditure made for the elections mentioned?
What was the approximate expenditure made for the elections mentioned?
The Congress party candidate in Gulbarga won with over 50% of the votes polled.
The Congress party candidate in Gulbarga won with over 50% of the votes polled.
In what year did Delhi host the Commonwealth Games?
In what year did Delhi host the Commonwealth Games?
Each nuclear submarine bought by the government cost about ______ crores.
Each nuclear submarine bought by the government cost about ______ crores.
Match the following candidates with the party they represented in the Gulbarga election.
Match the following candidates with the party they represented in the Gulbarga election.
Which statement is correct regarding the outcome of elections?
Which statement is correct regarding the outcome of elections?
What percentage of the total votes was polled by the BJP candidate in Gulbarga?
What percentage of the total votes was polled by the BJP candidate in Gulbarga?
The total eligible voters in Gulbarga were less than 20 lakhs.
The total eligible voters in Gulbarga were less than 20 lakhs.
People generally vote against the ruling party only when they are unhappy with it.
People generally vote against the ruling party only when they are unhappy with it.
What is the mechanism that allows people to choose their representatives?
What is the mechanism that allows people to choose their representatives?
How many candidates contested the elections in Gulbarga in 2014?
How many candidates contested the elections in Gulbarga in 2014?
If a party wins the election, it ______.
If a party wins the election, it ______.
What role does a Chief Minister have in the state government?
What role does a Chief Minister have in the state government?
What is one way to determine if the people like their representatives?
What is one way to determine if the people like their representatives?
Match the following terms to their definitions:
Match the following terms to their definitions:
The Congress Chief Minister must resign after his party loses the elections.
The Congress Chief Minister must resign after his party loses the elections.
What is the primary role of the Election Commission mentioned in the content?
What is the primary role of the Election Commission mentioned in the content?
The Election Commission can be influenced by the government during elections.
The Election Commission can be influenced by the government during elections.
What does the Code of Conduct aim to prevent during elections?
What does the Code of Conduct aim to prevent during elections?
The Election Commission can order the government to follow certain __________ during the election period.
The Election Commission can order the government to follow certain __________ during the election period.
Match the following roles to their descriptions:
Match the following roles to their descriptions:
What happens to candidates or parties that violate the Code of Conduct?
What happens to candidates or parties that violate the Code of Conduct?
Independent elections do not rely on the support of any political party.
Independent elections do not rely on the support of any political party.
How can one assess the fairness of elections?
How can one assess the fairness of elections?
What percentage of women members are present in the 16th Lok Sabha?
What percentage of women members are present in the 16th Lok Sabha?
The Election Commission is always influenced by the government's advice regarding election schedules.
The Election Commission is always influenced by the government's advice regarding election schedules.
What is the term used to describe the percentage of eligible voters who cast their votes in an election?
What is the term used to describe the percentage of eligible voters who cast their votes in an election?
In India, the choice for voters in elections is often between the incumbent party or candidate and those who ______.
In India, the choice for voters in elections is often between the incumbent party or candidate and those who ______.
Which of the following is an example of electoral rigging?
Which of the following is an example of electoral rigging?
The presence of over 440 members in the 16th Lok Sabha with assets above Rs. 1 crore reflects weakness in the electoral system.
The presence of over 440 members in the 16th Lok Sabha with assets above Rs. 1 crore reflects weakness in the electoral system.
Match the terms with their definitions:
Match the terms with their definitions:
Which statement is NOT a good reason to say that Indian elections are democratic?
Which statement is NOT a good reason to say that Indian elections are democratic?
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Study Notes
Election Process and its Importance
- Elections are a vital component of democratic systems, allowing citizens to choose their representatives and hold them accountable.
- Elections provide a mechanism for citizens to evaluate the performance of the government and influence policy decisions.
- Regular elections ensure that the government remains responsive to the will of the people, allowing for peaceful transitions of power.
Haryana 1987 State Assembly Election
- The State Assembly Election in Haryana in 1987 saw Chaudhary Devi Lal, an opposition leader, lead a movement called 'Nyaya Yudh' (Struggle for Justice) to form the Lok Dal party.
- Devi Lal's party joined with other opposition parties to form a front against the Congress in the elections.
- Devi Lal promised to waive outstanding loans for small farmers, agricultural laborers, and small businessmen if his party won.
- His party, Lok Dal, won 60 seats and formed the government, while the Congress won only 5 seats.
- Devi Lal became the Chief Minister, implementing his policy of waiving loans soon after taking office.
- The Lok Dal government remained in power for four years until the next election in 1991, where they lost to the Congress.
Election Expenses and Cost-Benefit Analysis
- The expenditure on elections in India is significant, but can be compared to other government spending.
- The government's decision to buy six nuclear submarines from France in 2005 cost approximately ₹3,000 crores each.
- Hosting the Commonwealth Games in Delhi in 2010 had an estimated cost of ₹20,000 crores.
- The cost of elections can be debated in relation to the benefits of a democratic system, including accountability and representation.
Electoral System and Fairness
- The fairness of elections is a crucial aspect of a healthy democracy.
- An independent Election Commission (EC) plays a critical role in ensuring the integrity of elections.
- The EC's independence from the government allows it to monitor and enforce the Code of Conduct for political parties and candidates, ensuring a level playing field during elections.
- The EC can order the government to follow specific guidelines to prevent the misuse of its power for electoral advantage.
- Government officers work under the EC's control during election duty, promoting impartiality.
Electoral Politics and Representation
- The 16th Lok Sabha had a 12% female representation.
- Over 440 members of the 16th Lok Sabha had assets exceeding ₹1 crore.
- The Election Commission often refuses to accept the government's advice on election scheduling, demonstrating its independence.
- The Chief Minister's statement about respecting the people’s verdict after losing an election reinforces the democratic principle of accepting election results.
Glossary of Key Terms
- Constituency: A geographical area represented by an elected official.
- Incumbent: The current holder of a political office.
- Level playing field: Equal opportunities for all participating parties and candidates in an election.
- Rigging: Fraudulent practices to manipulate election results, such as stuffing ballot boxes or bribing polling officers.
- Turnout: The percentage of eligible voters who participate in an election.
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