Elections and Representation
Civics ⇒ Democracy and Government
Elections and Representation starts at 8 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe the process of nomination of candidates in Indian elections.
Explain the difference between a general election and a by-election.
Explain the importance of representation in a democracy.
Explain the term 'constituency' in the context of Indian elections.
Explain the term 'proportional representation'.
Explain the term 'reserved constituencies' in Indian elections.
In the context of Indian elections, what is meant by 'booth capturing'?
In a scenario where two candidates receive the same number of votes in a constituency, what is the usual method to decide the winner? (1) Re-election (2) Toss of a coin or draw of lots (3) Both are declared winners (4) Decision by the Election Commission
In a scenario where two candidates receive the same number of votes in a constituency, what is the usual method to decide the winner? (1) Re-election (2) Toss of a coin or draw of lots (3) Both are declared winners (4) Decision by the Election Commission
In the context of elections, what does 'NOTA' stand for? (1) None of the Above (2) National Organisation for Transparent Administration (3) National Office for Technical Assistance (4) None of These Answers
Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the Election Commission? (1) Article 324 (2) Article 356 (3) Article 370 (4) Article 80
Which body is responsible for conducting elections in India? (1) Supreme Court (2) Election Commission of India (3) Parliament (4) President
Fill in the blank: The _______ is responsible for the preparation and revision of electoral rolls in India.
Fill in the blank: The _______ is the highest authority in the conduct of elections in India.
Fill in the blank: The _______ is the official list of people eligible to vote in an election.
Fill in the blank: The Election Commission of India is a/an _______ body.
True or False: The Election Commission can cancel an election if it finds evidence of rigging or malpractice.
True or False: The President of India is elected by the people directly.
True or False: The Rajya Sabha members are elected by the people directly.
True or False: Universal adult franchise means that all adults above the age of 18 have the right to vote in India.
