Indian Polity and Government
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Who is the head of the Indian government?

  • King
  • Prime Minister (correct)
  • President
  • Emperor

What is the highest legislative body in India?

  • Supreme Court (correct)
  • Rajya Sabha
  • Lok Sabha
  • State Legislature

Which term refers to the system of government in India?

  • Monarchy
  • Republic (correct)
  • Dictatorship
  • Democracy

Which of the following is not a fundamental right guaranteed by the Indian Constitution?

<p>Right to free education for all children (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the Indian political context, what does the term 'Rajya Sabha' refer to?

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Who has the power to proclaim a state of emergency in India?

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What is the primary requirement for political parties to contest elections in India according to the information provided?

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According to the data provided, what percentage of 'unknown sources' accounted for the income of national political parties for the financial year 2021-22?

<p>66.04% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What leads to an increase in corrupt practices and decreased transparency in the electoral process, based on the information presented?

<p>Large proportion of income from 'unknown sources' (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was highlighted as the most expensive election in Indian history by the Center for Media Studies, as per the information provided?

<p>2019 Lok Sabha elections (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does active participation in elections by small political parties and opposition candidates impact the electoral process, based on the given information?

<p>Leads to increased transparency and reduced corruption (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Head of Indian Government

The Prime Minister is the head of the Indian government.

Highest Legislative Body in India

The Supreme Court is the highest authority for interpreting the constitution and laws.

Indian System of Government

India operates as a Republic, where elected representatives govern.

Non-Fundamental Right in India

The Right to free education for all children is not a fundamental right according to the Indian Constitution.

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Rajya Sabha

Rajya Sabha is the Council of State in India's Parliament, representing the states.

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Emergency Powers in India

The President has the authority to proclaim a state of emergency in India.

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Election Expense Requirement

Political parties in India must spend at least 20,000 rupees to contest elections.

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Political Parties' Unknown Income

66.04% of the income for national political parties came from unknown sources in 2021-22.

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Corruption in Elections

A large amount of income from unknown sources increases corruption and reduces transparency in elections.

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Most Expensive Election

The 2019 Lok Sabha elections were highlighted as the most expensive election in Indian history.

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Impact of Small Parties in Elections

Active participation by small political parties improves transparency and reduces corruption in elections.

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