Description : What is the plural voting system? (1) Candidates themselves caste more than one vote (2) Only the higher officials caste more than one votes. (3) Eligible voter exercises one vote and some voters with specific qaulifications cast more than one vote. (4) All the citizens caste three votes each.
Last Answer : (3) Eligible voter exercises one vote and some voters with specific qaulifications cast more than one vote. Explanation: Plural voting is the practice whereby one person might be able to vote ... prevalent system in Britain before 1948 when certain electors could vote in more than one constituency.
Description : The two forms of democracy are – (1) Parliamentary and Presidential (2) Direct and Indirect (3) Monarchical and Republican (4) Parliamentary and King
Last Answer : (1) Parliamentary and Presidential Explanation: Parliamentary democracy is a representative democracy where government is appointed by representatives as opposed to a 'presidential rule' where in the President is ... . The president serves for a specific term and cannot exceed that amount of time.
Description : Which of the following statements are correct about Lok Sabha ? (a) The Constitution puts a limit on the size of the Lok Sabha. (b) The size and shape of the Parliamentary Constituencies is determined by the Election Commission. (c) First - ... (c) (C) (a), (c) and (d) (D) (a), (b), (c) and (d)
Last Answer : Answer: A
Description : Which of the following would be construed as a reasonable restriction of the right to freedom'? (1) When the state disallows a candidate from securing votes in the name of religion (2) When ... of Nagaland disallows temporary residents to buy immovable property in Nagaland. (4) All of the above
Last Answer : (4) All of the above
Description : Which innovative discussion process is introduced by the Indian parliament to the World Parliamentary systems? (1) Question hour (2) Zero hour (3) Resolutions (4) Presidential Speech
Last Answer : (2) Zero hour Explanation: Zero Hour is the Indian innovation in the field of parliamentary procedures and has been in existence since 1962. It is called so because it begins at 12.00 ... of procedure. During zero hour, questions are asked about issues of public importance without prior permission.
Description : Do you think it’s ok for clubs, dance classes, and discussion groups, to require people to be vaccinated to attend?
Last Answer : Sounds good to me. People may have the right to privacy but when that privacy makes someone else get sick and die, then it isn't a privacy issue anymore. The needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few. ... or the one. We live in a society of many, after all. It can't be about just one person.
Description : What do you call a state that no longer allows its elected representatives to cast votes?
Last Answer : Wisconsin? ;-)
Description : How was the finally votes cast on survivor fan vs fav who voted for who?
Last Answer : answer:http://tinyurl.com/5pacg4 That is a link to your answer on wikipedia. I had to use tinyurl because some wikipedia links break when posted here. Look on the right side of the chart.
Description : i. What should be done if the votes cast in favour and against the motion are equal? ii. How many votes can a member cast
Last Answer : Study the following case and express your opinion: Mr. P is elected as chairman of the General Meeting ... any point of order is raised by a member?
Description : How many votes were cast in 1854 in Kansas?
Last Answer : Feel Free to Answer
Description : In accordance with the Constitution, each elector cast _______ votes for any two candidates during the Presidential and Vice Presidential election of 1796.?
Last Answer : two (A+)
Description : In an election between two candidates, the winner secured 85% of the total votes cast and wins by a majority of 6300 votes. How many votes did the losing candidate get? a) 1350 b) 2479 c) 3467 d) 5789
Last Answer : Answer: A Total votes cast = 100% Winner gets = 85% Loser gets = 100 – 85 = 15% Majority = Votes secured by winner – Votes secured by loser = 85% - 15% =70% =6300 Votes by the losing candidate = x = 15% x = (15 * 6300)/70 x =(94500/70) x = 1350
Description : How is it a true Democracy when the guy with the fewer votes wins?
Last Answer : Ready set , turn your flame throwers on now!
Description : Who is eligible to cast the deciding vote over a bill in a Joint Parliamentary session? (1) Chairman of the Rajya Sabha (2) Deputy Speaker of Lok Sabha (3) Speaker of Lok Sabha (4) Prime Minister
Last Answer : (3) Speaker of Lok Sabha Explanation: Joint Session of Parliament is called when a Bill is passed by one House and rejected by the other House and in case where the amendment proposed to a Bill ... of Lok Sabha is eligible to cast the deciding vote over a bill in a Joint Parliamentary session.
Description : Who is called the father of parliamentary democracy ?
Last Answer : John Locke is called the father of parliamentary democracy.
Description : How many votes does a bill have to have to pass the general assembly?
Last Answer : Need answer
Description : In what situation would a representative democracy work better than a direct democracy?
Last Answer : In a direct democracy, anyone can participate in the government.But in a representative democracy, you must be elected.
Description : What is Parliamentary Democracy ?
Last Answer : Parliamentary democracy is a kind of political system of government in which all power is vested in the parliament elected by the people. The Prime Minister is the head of government in this system. The power of the President is negligible in such a system of governance.
Description : Which country is considered as a role model in parliamentary democracy ?
Last Answer : Britain.
Description : What is the reason for parliamentary democracy not working in Pakistan ?
Last Answer : : Due to dependence on bureaucrats.
Last Answer : The importance of the legal department of parliamentary democracy is high.
Description : India is a republic because — (1) it is democratic country (2) It is a parliamentary democracy (3) the head of the state is elected for a definite period (4) All of these
Last Answer : (3) the head of the state is elected for a definite period Explanation: India is a republic because India elects its supreme head. It is called a republic because of the applicable definition ... of government in which representatives are entitled to act on behalf of the people whom they represent.
Description : Stability of the Government is assured in – (1) Parliamentary Form of Government. (2) Presidential Form of Government. (3) Plural Executive System (4) Direction Democracy
Last Answer : b - (2) Presidential Form of Government. Explanation: The presidential system has several advantages. As the President is selected separately from the Legislature, the President and Executive branch are not ... more effective set of checks-and-balances to be placed on both branches by the other.
Description : New Zealand is __________ (A) a parliamentary democracy. (B) a presidential republic. (C) a monarchy. (D) a commonwealth.
Last Answer : (A) a parliamentary democracy.
Description : Australia is not __________ (A) a constitutional monarchy. (B) a federative state. (C) a presidential republic. (D) a parliamentary democracy.
Last Answer : C (Australia has no president and it is not a republic either because its official head of state is the British monarch represented by a governor-general.)
Description : Canada is not __________ (A) a parliamentary democracy. (B) a federal constitutional monarchy. (C) an independent federative state. (D) a presidential republic.
Last Answer : D (Canada has no president; it is not a republic either because its official head of state is the British monarch represented by a governor-general.)
Description : Reena's father works with a company that builds dams. Once he took her to the site where a dam was being built. Reena saw a group of people sitting there and shouting slogans against the ... the peaceful resolution of the conflict proved to boon for many citizens of the country. How? -Biology
Last Answer : (i) Because she convinced the people by explaining them the advantage of constructing dam and come with a solution of rehabilitation of displaced peoples. So the contribution to the peaceful resolution of ... (c) Low cost of production of electricity gives monetary gain which is a boon to citizens.
Description : In the first democracy in Athens who had more power citizens or aristocrats?
Last Answer : The first democracy, set up by Cleisthenes in 507 BCE, powerrested with the citizens making decisions in assembly. Thearistocrats regained power during the Persian invasion as theyorganised the war effort, and they retained power for another 20years until Ephialtes re-stablished democratic control.
Description : “A body of persons elected or appointed to meet on an organised basis for the discussion and dealing of matters brought before it.” It is called– (A) Functional organisation (B) Formal organisation (C) Committee organisation (D) Informal organisation
Last Answer : Answer: Committee organisation
Description : Lok Sabha Secretariat comes under the direct control of – (1) Ministry of Home Affairs (2) Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs (3) Speaker of Lok Sabha (4) President
Last Answer : (3) Speaker of Lok Sabha Explanation: The Lok Sabha Secretariat is an independent body which functions under the ultimate guidance and control of the Speaker of Lok Sabha. In the discharge of his ... the Secretary-General, Lok Sabha and other officers and staff of the Secretariat at various levels.
Description : Below are given some probable characteristics of an in-effective teacher, which of them is most likely to be characterized the ineffective teacher (a) Emphasis upon pupil discussion in the clarification of groups ... (c) Emphasis upon the control of the immediate situation (d) None of the above
Last Answer : (c) Emphasis upon the control of the immediate situation
Description : All of the following are the characteristic features of an effective teacher except (a) Emphasizing group discussion for the purpose of clarifying the objectives (b) Emphasis upon standard (c) ... control of the problematic situation (d) Differential treatment meted out to students of his class
Last Answer : (b) Emphasis upon standard
Description : Below are given some probable characteristics of an ineffective teacher, which of the following is most likely to be characterized the ineffective teacher? Options: A) Emphasis upon standards B) Emphasis upon ... of group's goals C) emphasis upon the control of immediate situation D) None of these
Last Answer : C) emphasis upon the control of immediate situation
Description : All of the following are the characteristic features of an effective teacher except Options: A) emphasis upon standard B) emphasizing group discussion for the purpose of clarifying the objectives C ... control of the problematic situation D) differential treatment meted out to students of his class
Last Answer : D) differential treatment meted out to students of his class
Description : Which of the following is most likely to be characterized the in-effective teacher? Options: A) Emphasis upon standards B) Emphasis upon pupil discussion in the clarification of group goals C) ... the control of the immediate situation D) Refusal to help children until they have helped themselves
Last Answer : C) Emphasis upon the control of the immediate situation
Description : In a lively classroom situation, there is likely to be (A) occasional roars of laughter (B) complete silence (C) frequent teacher-student dialogue (D) loud discussion among students
Last Answer : (C) frequent teacher-student dialogue
Description : What is the minimum age prescribed in India for its citizens to cast their vote? (1) 18 years (2) 21 years (3) 16 years (4) 20 years
Last Answer : (1) 18 years Explanation: Every citizen of India who is over 18 years of age, irrespective of gender, caste, religion or race, who is otherwise not disqualified, is eligible to vote.
Description : A friend thats due to meet you is lost and on foot, he calls you for directions. he doesnt know left from right, how do you direct him to the meeting spot?
Last Answer : I have a problem with left and right also, but turn toward the driver side, or the passenger side usually helps, and I also do well with North, South, East and West.
Description : “Democracy stands much superior in promoting dignity and freedom of the citizens.” -SST 10th
Last Answer : Democracy stands much superior in promoting dignity and freedom of the citizens : . Every individual wants to receive respect from fellow beings. . The passion for respect and freedom ... strengthened the claims of the disadvantaged and discriminated castes for equal status and equal opportunity.
Description : Democracy is accountable and responsive to the needs and expectations of the citizens.' Evaluate the statement. -SST 10th
Last Answer : 1. A democracy provides the people with the right of choosing their leaders and exercise control over them. It actively involves citizens in the democratic processes, making the democratic ... enquire about the activities of the government and ensure accountability and transparency time and again.
Description : Democracy stands much superior in promoting dignity and freedom of the citizens'. Justify the statement. -SST 10th
Last Answer : 1. Every individual wants to receive respect from fellow beings and conflicts in a society often arise on such issues. However, the passion for respect and freedom are the basis of ... and the opportunity of transformation from a subject to a citizen provided by the democratic governance.
Description : How is democracy accountable and responsive to the needs and expectations of the citizens ? Analyse. -SST 10th
Last Answer : Democracy is accountable and responsive to citizens: 1. Decision-making process has to follow certain procedures which the citizen has the right to know. Hence, there is a transparency in its ... people. 3. Democracies have ensured free and regular elections and a platform for open public debate.
Description : Explain the ways in which democracy has succeeded in maintaining dignity and freedom of citizens. -SST 10th
Last Answer : Democracy has succeeded in maintaining dignity and freedom of citizens: 1. In comparison to other political systems, democracy promotes the dignity and freedom of its citizens the most. It gives the ... against them but the legal framework of the country gives them the protection of the law.
Description : Examine with the help of three examples how the dignity and freedom of citizens are best guaranteed in a democracy. -SST 10th
Last Answer : (i) Dignity of women. Long struggles by women have created some sensitivity today that respect to and equal treatment of women are necessary ingredients of a democratic society. (ii) Caste ... expression shows that people are aware and have the ability to look critically at the powerholders.
Description : How does democracy lead to peaceful and harmonious life among citizens? Explain. -SST 10th
Last Answer : (i) Democracies accommodate various social divisions. For example, Belgium has peacefully solved her ethnic problems and solved the differences. (ii) All democracies usually develop a procedure to conduct ... .All these things ensured by a democratic regime lead to a peaceful and harmonious life.
Description : Describe the role of citizens in a democracy. -SST 10th
Last Answer : The roles of citizens in a democracy are as follows: (i) Citizens exercise their rights and freedoms and get benefited from democratic set-up. (ii) They must be aware of their rights and ... must cooperate in maintaining law and order. (v) People must consider other s needs and interest also.
Description : Explain with examples, how the dignity and freedom of citizens are best guaranteed in a democracy. -SST 10th
Last Answer : (i) Democracies throughout the world have recognized the fact that people should be treated with due respect. The passion for respect and freedom is the basis of democracy. (ii) ... not acceptable to democracies. All these combined together enhance the dignity and freedom of the individual.
Description : “Democracy stands much superior in promoting dignity and freedom of the citizens”. -SST 10th
Last Answer : Democracy stands much superior in promoting dignity and freedom to the citizens : (i) Every individual wants to receive respect from fellow beings. (ii) The passion for respect ... has strengthened the claims of the disadvantaged and discriminated castes for equal status and equal opportunity.
Description : How is democracy accountable and responsible to the needs and expectations of the citizens ? -SST 10th
Last Answer : Democracy is accountable and responsive to the needs and expectations of the citizens because: (i) In a democracy, people have the right to choose their representatives and the people will have control over ... They keep a check on the ruling party and make sure that it does not misuse the power.
Description : Does democracy enhance the dignity of the citizens? Give reasons supporting your answer. -Civics 9th
Last Answer : It is the principle of political equality on recognizing that to the poorest to the richest has the same status, people are not the subjects to the ruler they are the rulers themselves. ... make mistakes, they are responsible for their conduct. Hence Democracy enhances the dignity of a citizen.