Role of Women in Indian Democracy
Civics ⇒ Democracy and Government
Role of Women in Indian Democracy starts at 8 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe one challenge faced by women in Indian politics.
Describe the contribution of Sarojini Naidu to Indian democracy.
Describe the impact of women’s reservation in Panchayats on rural development.
Discuss the impact of women leaders on Indian society and governance.
Discuss the significance of International Women’s Day in the context of Indian democracy.
Explain how education can empower women to participate in democracy.
Explain the importance of women's participation in Indian democracy.
Explain the role of reservation for women in local self-government.
The 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments in India are significant for women because they: (1) Reserved seats for women in local self-government (2) Gave women the right to vote (3) Allowed women to join the army (4) Abolished dowry system
What is the minimum percentage of seats reserved for women in Panchayati Raj Institutions as per the 73rd Amendment? (1) 10% (2) 25% (3) 33% (4) 50%
Which Article of the Indian Constitution prohibits discrimination on the grounds of sex? (1) Article 14 (2) Article 15 (3) Article 21 (4) Article 19
Which of the following is a benefit of women’s participation in democracy? (1) Narrower perspectives (2) Increased corruption (3) Inclusive decision-making (4) Less representation
Fill in the blank: The ________ Amendment Act of 1993 made it mandatory to reserve seats for women in Panchayats.
Fill in the blank: The ________ Bill seeks to reserve 33% of seats for women in the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies.
Fill in the blank: The ________ is a famous Indian woman who won the Nobel Peace Prize for her work in education.
Fill in the blank: The ________ is a women’s rights activist who founded the Self-Employed Women’s Association (SEWA).
True or False: Reservation for women in Panchayats has led to increased women’s participation in local governance.
True or False: The Constitution of India allows for special provisions to be made for women and children.
True or False: The Indian Constitution allows for reservation of seats for women in Parliament.
True or False: The Indian Constitution guarantees equality before law for both men and women.
