CBSE Class 7 Social Science From the Rulers to the Ruled Types of Governments (Class 7 NCERT New) Quiz 4

1. What is a theocracy? Fill in the blank: A theocracy is a form of government where the country is ruled by the rules of ________ and ________ leaders.

A religion, religious B law, political C economics, business D military, army

2. What is a dictatorship? Fill in the blank: A ________ is a form of government in which one person or a small group possesses absolute power.

A dictatorship B democracy C monarchy D republic

3. An oligarchy is a type of government where a small, powerful group makes all the important decisions, and in the cartoon, it is depicted as wealthy businessmen controlling the Senate. Which of the following best describes how oligarchy is shown in the cartoon?

A Wealthy businessmen are shown controlling the Senate, representing their influence over governance. B Citizens are voting directly on every law in the Senate. C A single monarch is shown ruling over the Senate. D Military leaders are depicted making all the decisions in the Senate.

4. A democracy can turn into an oligarchy if:

A power becomes concentrated in the hands of a few. B everyone participates equally in government. C laws are made by direct vote of the people. D leaders are always held accountable.

5. Democratic government is considered better than other forms of government because:

A it allows people to participate in decision-making, protects individual rights, and ensures accountability of leaders. B it restricts individual rights and limits public participation. C it gives all power to a single leader without accountability. D it discourages public involvement in governance.