Rights and Duties Quiz - CBSE Class 8 Social Science

Free practice quiz: Rights and Duties (CBSE Class 8 Social Science). 20 multiple-choice questions with answers and explanations. Play online, no sign-up needed.

This CBSE Class 8 Social Science practice quiz has 20 multiple-choice questions on Rights and Duties, and 20 of them come with an explanation. 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 a fundamental right?

   1. A right that is guaranteed by the Constitution
   2. A privilege given by the government
   3. A law passed by the legislature
   4. A duty of the citizen
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   Answer: A. A right that is guaranteed by the Constitution

   Fundamental rights are basic human rights enshrined in the Constitution, ensuring the individual's freedom and legal protection.

2. What are duties?

   1. Responsibilities that citizens must uphold
   2. Privileges given by the state
   3. Rights that are shared
   4. Personal benefits
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   Answer: A. Responsibilities that citizens must uphold

   Duties are the moral and legal obligations that citizens have towards their country and society.

3. How do rights and duties support each other?

   1. Rights can exist without duties
   2. Duties ensure the practice of rights
   3. Duties can be ignored if rights are present
   4. Rights should not have any duties
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   Answer: B. Duties ensure the practice of rights

   Duties reinforce the existence of rights by ensuring individuals respect and uphold the rights of others.

4. In which context do rights often come with restrictions?

   1. In a democracy
   2. In a monarchy
   3. International conflicts
   4. During a public emergency
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   Answer: D. During a public emergency

   During public emergencies, governments can impose restrictions on certain rights to maintain order and security.

5. How can citizens raise their grievances about their rights?

   1. Through violent protests
   2. By ignoring the issue
   3. Through judicial reviews and petitions
   4. By keeping quiet
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   Answer: C. Through judicial reviews and petitions

   Citizens can approach the courts through judicial reviews and petitions to address grievances regarding their rights.

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Answers and explanations are in the full quiz.

1. Which of the following is NOT a fundamental right?
2. What is the main purpose of rights?
3. Which article protects the right to freedom of speech?
4. What is the consequence of violating a duty?
5. Why are rights and duties important in a democracy?
6. Which amendment strengthened the right to education?
7. What happens when citizens are unaware of their rights?
8. What is the role of the Media in relation to rights?
9. Which term refers to the wrongfully taking someone's rights?
10. What is the relationship between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles?
11. What is a common public responsibility of citizens?
12. Rights are often protected by which mechanism?
13. Which of the following describes the principle of 'maximum happiness'?
14. In a democratic setup, what is the risk of having unregulated power?
15. What is the role of civil society in protecting rights?

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