CBSE Class 9 Social Science Democracy (Class 9 NCERT New) Quiz 2

1. A democratic government is better than a non-democratic government because?

A It may and can respond to the people's need B It fulfill all the wish of people C It is a more accountable form of government D None of the above

2. ____ is/are the real source of power in a democratic country.

A The judiciary B The parliament C The People D Aristocrats

3. What is the simple definition of democracy?

A Government led by military officers. B Government chosen by the people. C Government based on wealth. D Government run by a royal family.

4. What quote from Abraham Lincoln is used to describe democracy?

A Democracy is for the wealthy. B Democracy is rule of the few. C Democracy is government of the people, by the people, and for the people. D Democracy means freedom from oppression.

5. Which of the following countries is mentioned as not having a democratic government because its rulers were not elected by the people?

A Saudi Arabia B India C USA D Germany

6. In Pakistan, what position did General Pervez Musharraf assume after his coup in 1999?

A Prime Minister B Chief Executive C Military Commander D Governor

7. What term is used to describe elections in which the rulers have a fair chance of losing?

A Rigged elections B Free and fair elections C Non-competitive elections D Internal party elections

8. In China, which party has the final approval of election candidates?

A National Party B Quanguo Renmin Daibiao Dahui C Communist Party D Socialist Party

9. What feature of democracy is highlighted in the example of Zimbabwe under Robert Mugabe?

A Free elections B Lack of opposition rights C Strong judicial independence D High respect for media freedom

10. Which of the following is a key feature of a democratic government?

A The government must be led by military officers. B Major decisions are taken by elected rulers. C Elections are held every ten years. D Only one political party can contest elections.