CBSE Class 7 Social Science The State, the Government, and You (Class 7 NCERT New) Quiz 1

1. What is the difference between a state and a government?

A A state is a group of people, while a government is a building. B A state is a political organization, while a government is the body that runs the state. C A state is a type of government, while a government is a type of state. D A state is only found in democracies, while a government is found everywhere.

2. Why are India and the USA considered both democracies and republics, while the UK, Canada, and Sweden are not republics?

A India and the USA do not have monarchs, while the UK, Canada, and Sweden have monarchs as heads of state. B India and the USA have no elections, while the UK, Canada, and Sweden have elections. C India and the USA have hereditary rulers, while the UK, Canada, and Sweden do not. D India and the USA are not accountable to parliament, while the UK, Canada, and Sweden are.

3. What is the role of the Constitution in limiting government power according to the diagram?

A It allows government officers to use unlimited power B It prevents elected members from making any decisions C It limits government power to protect citizens' rights D It encourages unchecked use of force by the government

4. How do republics like India, France, and the USA defend against the dominance of the majority?

A A. By allowing the majority to make all decisions B B. By ensuring the rule of law is more powerful than the wishes of the majority C C. By ignoring the rights of minorities D D. By giving unlimited power to elected leaders

5. How does the power of the political executive depend on the people?

A It depends on the trust and support of the people. B It depends on the number of laws they pass. C It depends on their ability to create new departments. D It depends on their relationship with bureaucrats.

6. What was a significant challenge faced by Chonira Belliappa Muthamma when she joined the Indian Foreign Service?

A Lack of training opportunities B Strong gender bias, including being made to sign an undertaking to resign if married C Language barriers D Insufficient pay

7. How did Chonira Belliappa Muthamma contribute to the pursuit of gender equality in Indian public service?

A By organizing protests B By approaching the Supreme Court and challenging gender-biased provisions in the Ministry of External Affairs C By writing books about bureaucracy D By resigning from her post

8. What is a challenge mentioned that people in India still face despite the government’s efforts?

A Lack of access to good education and healthcare B Too many shopping malls C Excessive entertainment options D Overcrowded tourist attractions

9. Describe how a republic differs from a monarchy in terms of how the head of state is chosen and the powers they hold.

A In a republic, the head of state is elected and their powers are limited by a constitution or laws. B In a republic, the head of state inherits power and has unlimited authority. C In a monarchy, the head of state is elected and their powers are limited by laws. D In a republic, the head of state is chosen by the government and has unlimited power.

10. What could be a possible consequence if lawmaking has no limits in a democracy?

A It could lead to unfair or unjust laws B It would make the Supreme Court more powerful C It would ensure all laws are fair D It would reduce the need for Parliament