Forms of Government
Civics ⇒ Democracy and Government
Forms of Government starts at 6 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe one advantage of a democratic form of government.
Describe one disadvantage of a dictatorship.
Describe the role of citizens in a democracy.
Explain the difference between a unitary and a federal form of government.
Explain the main difference between a democracy and a dictatorship.
Explain the term 'republic'.
Explain what is meant by 'universal adult franchise'.
Explain why regular elections are important in a democracy.
In a democracy, who holds the ultimate power? (1) The King (2) The People (3) The Army (4) The President
Which form of government allows citizens to participate directly or indirectly in decision-making? (1) Monarchy (2) Dictatorship (3) Democracy (4) Oligarchy
Which form of government does India have? (1) Monarchy (2) Dictatorship (3) Democracy (4) Theocracy
Which form of government is based on hereditary rule? (1) Democracy (2) Monarchy (3) Dictatorship (4) Republic
Fill in the blank: In a ________ government, power is shared between the central and state governments.
Fill in the blank: In a ________, a small group of people control the government.
Fill in the blank: In a ________, the head of state is elected for a fixed term.
Fill in the blank: In a ________, the military holds the power.
Is it true that in a democracy, all citizens are equal before the law?
Is it true that in a democracy, the government must follow the constitution?
Is it true that in a dictatorship, citizens have the right to freely criticize the government?
Is the following statement true or false? 'In a monarchy, the king or queen is always chosen by the people.'
