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Importance of Parliament in a Democracy
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Why is the Parliament considered the most important symbol of Indian democracy?

  • Because it represents the power of the colonial government
  • Because it ensures that citizens have no say in government decisions
  • Because it restricts the freedom of the citizens
  • Because it reflects the struggle for independence from British rule (correct)

    • What is the primary purpose of the Parliament in a democracy?

  • To make and implement laws without citizens' input
  • To control the government and prevent citizens from participating in decision-making
  • To enable citizens to participate in decision-making and control the government (correct)
  • To limit citizens' freedom and suppress their demands

    • What was the impact of the freedom movement on citizen participation in decision-making?

  • It made citizens more reluctant to express their views
  • It resulted in citizens openly criticizing the British government (correct)
  • It led to citizens fearing the British government even more
  • It decreased citizens' interest in government decisions

    • What role did the ideas of freedom, equality, and participation play in the struggle for independence?

    <p>They inspired citizens to demand participation in decision-making</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the relationship between democracy and citizen participation?

    <p>Democracy thrives on citizen participation in decision-making</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Indian National Congress demand as far back as 1885?

    <p>Elected members in the legislature with a right to the budget and to ask questions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did colonial rule affect citizens' ability to criticize government decisions?

    <p>It restricted citizens from criticizing government decisions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the principle of universal adult franchise in the Constitution of independent India lay down?

    <p>All adult citizens have the right to vote</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which legislation allowed for some elected representation in India?

    <p>The Government of India Act 1909</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the take-off point for a democracy according to the text?

    <p>The idea of consent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the government formed in a democracy according to the text?

    <p>One group from among elected representatives forms the government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Parliament in a democratic system according to the text?

    <p>Controls and guides the government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often is the Lok Sabha elected in India?

    <p>Once every five years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are candidates elected to the Indian Parliament?

    <p>&quot;Each of these constituencies elects one person to the Parliament&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the Parliament in a democracy?

    <p>To enable citizens to participate in decision making and control the government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did colonial rule affect citizens' ability to criticize government decisions?

    <p>It restricted citizens from criticizing government decisions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did the ideas of freedom, equality, and participation play in the struggle for independence?

    <p>They inspired people to openly criticize the British government and make demands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the Parliament considered the most important symbol of Indian democracy?

    <p>Because it enables citizens to participate in decision making and control the government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of the freedom movement on citizen participation in decision-making?

    <p>It empowered citizens to participate in decision-making and openly criticize the British government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the take-off point for a democracy according to the text?

    <p>The institution of the Parliament</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Indian National Congress demand as far back as 1885?

    <p>Representation in the legislature with a right to the budget and asking questions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of the freedom movement on citizen participation in decision-making?

    <p>It left little doubt that all persons in independent India would be able to participate in making decisions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often is the Lok Sabha elected in India?

    <p>Once every five years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the take-off point for a democracy according to the text?

    <p>Principle of universal adult franchise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Parliament in a democratic system according to the text?

    <p>To guide and control the government as representatives of the people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which legislation allowed for some elected representation in India?

    <p>The Government of India Act 1909</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did colonial rule affect citizens' ability to criticize government decisions?

    <p>It limited citizens' ability to criticize government decisions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the principle of universal adult franchise in the Constitution of independent India lay down?

    <p>All adult citizens of the country have the right to vote</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the Parliament in a democracy?

    <p>To act as a representative body and control the government based on public interest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did the ideas of freedom, equality, and participation play in the struggle for independence?

    <p>They were central to the struggle for independence</p> Signup and view all the answers

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