Democracy in Action Quiz - CBSE Class 10 Social Science

Free practice quiz: Democracy in Action (CBSE Class 10 Social Science). 20 multiple-choice questions with answers and explanations. Play online, no sign-up needed.

This CBSE Class 10 Social Science practice quiz has 20 multiple-choice questions on Democracy in Action. Try the 5 sample questions below (tap an option to check yourself), then play the full quiz online. No sign-up needed.

Sample questions

1. What is the primary feature of democracy?

   1. Rule by a king
   2. Government by the people
   3. Limited freedom
   4. Single-party rule
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   Answer: B. Government by the people

2. What is a political party?

   1. A group of people with similar ideas
   2. A group of friends
   3. A type of government
   4. None of the above
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   Answer: A. A group of people with similar ideas

3. What does the term 'franchise' mean in the context of democracy?

   1. The right to vote
   2. Political party affiliation
   3. Group of voters
   4. None of these
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   Answer: A. The right to vote

4. What is the significance of a 'secret ballot'?

   1. Ensures privacy in voting
   2. Allows public voting
   3. Is not used in democracies
   4. None of the above
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   Answer: A. Ensures privacy in voting

5. Which of the following best defines 'pluralism' in a democratic context?

   1. Multiple parties and ideas coexisting
   2. One party controlling all
   3. No political parties
   4. Dictatorship
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   Answer: A. Multiple parties and ideas coexisting

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Answers and explanations are in the full quiz.

1. Which of the following is a key principle of democracy?
2. What do we call the system where citizens elect representatives?
3. Which document guarantees citizens' rights in a democracy?
4. Which of these is essential for a democratic election?
5. What is universal adult franchise?
6. Who is responsible for conducting elections in India?
7. Voting behavior is influenced by which of the following?
8. What role does a constitution play in a democracy?
9. Which of the following is NOT a feature of a democracy?
10. Which of the following is an indication of a strong democracy?
11. What is an 'electoral roll'?
12. What is the role of civil society in a democracy?
13. What impact does media have on democracy?
14. What is electoral malpractice?
15. How does corruption affect democracy?

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