Class X
Political Science
Chapter
5 Outcomes of Democracy MCQs
1.What
is the main outcome of democracy?
(a)
Economic development
(b)
Social equality
(c)
Political freedom
(d)
Technological advancement
Answer: (c) Political freedom
2.Identify
the correct statement about democracy.
(a) It
is free from corruption
(b)
Democracy is free from social conflict
(c) It is successful in eradicating poverty
(d)
It respects the individual dignity of citizens
Answer: (d) It respects the individual dignity of
citizens.
3.Democracy
ensures that people have the right to:
(a)
Vote and choose their representatives
(b)
Obtain free education
(c)
Own private property without taxation
(d)
Freedom of speech for selected individuals
Answer: (a) Vote and choose their representatives
4.Democracy
is considered as a better form of government because
(a)
It ensures economic development
(b) It
guarantees economic equality
(c)
It provides a method to resolve conflict
(d)
Option A and B
Answer: (c) It provides a method to resolve conflict.
5.Which
of the following is an outcome of democratic rights?
(a)
Censorship of the media
(b)
Surveillance of citizens
(c)
Protection from discrimination
(d)
Strict control of political parties
Answer: (c) Protection from discrimination
6.In
a democratic country, political leaders are accountable to:
(a)
Corporations and businesses
(b)
The judiciary and armed forces
(c)
The media and international organizations
(d)
People of the country
Answer: (d) People of the country
7.What
role does the media play in a democracy?
(a)
To promote government propaganda
(b)
To criticize opposition parties
(c)
To entertain the public with news stories
(d)
To inform citizens and keep them informed about government actions
Answer: (d) To inform citizens and keep them informed about
government actions
8.Which
of the following is an essential outcome of a democratic government?
(a)
Concentration of power in a single authority
(b)
Limited rights and freedoms for citizens
(c)
Peaceful resolution of conflicts
(d)
Rigid social hierarchy
Answer: (c) Peaceful resolution of conflicts
9.A
democratic government is elected by citizens and enjoys the confidence and
trust of the citizens. This is known as
(a)
legitimate government
(b) A
transparent government
(c) A
secular government
(d)
A stable government
Answer: (a) legitimate government
10.The
ultimate power in a democracy lies with:
(a)
The President or Prime Minister
(b)
The political parties
(c)
The Constitution and the rule of law
(d)
The military and armed forces
Answer: (c) The Constitution and the rule of law
11.Which
of the following is NOT an outcome of democracy?
(a)
Transparency and accountability in governance
(b)
Protection of minority rights
(c)
Centralized decision-making
(d)
Promotion of individual freedom and rights
Answer: (c) Centralized decision-making
12.‘Equal
treatment of women is a necessary ingredient of a democratic society.' This
means that:
(a)
Most societies across the world are now increasingly women dominated.
(b)
Women are actually always treated with respect.
(c)
It is now easier for women to legally wage struggle for their rights.
(d) Women
are not ill-treated anywhere in the world.
Answer: (c) It is now easier for women to legally wage
struggle for their rights.
13.Democracy
stands much superior to any other form of government in
(a) Reducing
economic inequalities
(b) Removing
corruption
(c) Bringing
higher rate of economic growth
(d) Promoting
dignity and freedom of the individual
Answer: (d) Promoting dignity and freedom of the
individual
14.What
is the significance of regular, free, and fair elections in a democracy?
(a)
It ensures the continuity of the ruling party
(b)
It provides an opportunity for people to elect their representatives and hold
them accountable
(c)
It guarantees economic development and prosperity
(d)
It establishes a system of absolute monarchy
Answer: (b) It provides an opportunity for people to elect
their representatives and hold them accountable
15.What
role does education play in strengthening democracy?
(a)
It reinforces social hierarchies
(b)
It promotes intolerance and discrimination
(c)
It empowers citizens to make informed decisions and participate in the
democratic process
(d)
It limits access to information for the elite class
Answer: (c) It empowers citizens to make informed decisions
and participate in the democratic process
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