CBSE Class 10 Social Science Civics Outcomes of Democracy Quiz 2

1. Among the following which country tops in inequality of income?

A Hungary B Russia C South Africa D UK

2. Among the following regimes which tops the rate of economic growth?

A All democratic regimes B All dictatorial regimes C Poor countries under dictatorship D Poor countries under democracy

3. To measure democracies on the basis of expected outcomes, which of the following practices and institutions would one look for?

A Regular, free and fair elections B Open public debate on major policies C Citizens' right to information about the government D All of the above

4. The basic elements of democracy are: A. Universal Adult Franchise B. Fraternity and national unity C. Liberty and equality D. Dignity and freedom of an individual

A A, B & D B A, C & D C B, C & D D A, B, C & D

5. In a democracy, a citizen has the right and means to examine the process of decision¬making. This is known as

A Dictatorship B Transparency C Legitimacy D Equality

6. Consider the following statements. Which of these do not hold true for non-democratic regimes?

A These do not have to bother about public opinion. B These take less time at arriving at a decision. C Principle of individual dignity has legal force. D These often suppress internal social differences.

7. The most basic outcome of democracy is:

A It provides accountability to citizens. B It addresses socio-economic and political problems. C It produces good government. D It accommodates religious differences.

8. Democratic government is better than non-democratic because

A it is a legitimate form of government. B overwhelming support for the idea all over the world. C it leads to a just distribution of goods and opportunities. D it ensures faster economic growth.

9. 'Equal treatment of women' is a necessary ingredient of a democratic society. This means that:

A women are actually always treated with respect. B it is now easier for women to legally wage struggle for their rights. C most societies across the world are now increasingly women dominated. D women are now treated as equals in the political arena.