CBSE Class 9 Social Science Democracy (Class 9 NCERT New) Quiz 3

1. What condition must elections meet to be considered democratic?

A They must offer a real choice between political alternatives. B They must be approved by the ruling party. C The ruling party must always win. D Only one candidate should contest.

2. In a democracy, what principle ensures that each citizen has one vote and each vote has one value?

A Political equality B Military rule C Class division D Social hierarchy

3. What happens when a democratic government respects the rule of law and citizens' rights?

A The government can do whatever it likes. B All major decisions are taken unilaterally by the rulers. C Citizens have freedom of expression and political action. D Only the ruling party can express opinions.

4. Which country was ruled by a party called ZANU-PF after gaining independence?

A China B Mexico C Zimbabwe D Pakistan

5. According to the text, which of the following countries held elections but had no serious political choice for the people?

A India B China C USA D UK

6. In a democratic government, who holds the final decision-making power?

A Military officers B Elected officials C The ruling party only D Business leaders

7. What is one reason why some elections may not be considered free and fair, as mentioned in the case of Mexico?

A Opposition parties are well-funded. B Polling booths are shifted last minute. C Media covers opposition parties fairly. D Voting is compulsory for all citizens.

8. Which feature of democracy ensures that no group is denied voting rights based on identity?

A One person, one vote, one value B Authoritarian rule C Military-backed governance D Electoral fraud

9. What kind of government is described as "autocratic" despite being popular?

A A government that uses unfair practices to stay in power. B A government elected by the people. C A government with fair elections. D A government that respects citizens' rights.

10. Which country's ruling party controlled the media, making it difficult for opposition parties to win elections?

A Mexico B Saudi Arabia C Fiji D Zimbabwe