MCQ on Grassroots Democracy Part 1 Governance Class 6
Class 6 Social Science Chapter 10 MCQ Grassroots Democracy Part 1 Governance
Multiple Choice Questions
Question 1.
What is the primary function of the legislature?
(a) To execute laws
(b) To make new laws
(c) To enforce laws
(d) To interpret laws
Answer:
(b) To make new laws
Question 2.
Who is referred to as the ‘Missile Man of India’?
(a) Mahatma Gandhi
(b) Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
(c) Jawaharlal Nehru
(d) Satyendra Nath Bose
Answer:
(b) Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
Question 3.
What does the term ‘Satyameva Jay ate’ mean?
(a) Where there is dharma, there is victory
(b) Truth alone triumphs
(c) Effort never dies
(d) Rule of the people
Answer:
(b) Truth alone triumphs
Question 4.
What is the role of the executive in the government?
(a) To legislate
(b) To implement laws
(c) To interpret laws
(d) To update existing laws
Answer:
(b) To implement laws
Question 5.
What age must citizens be to vote in Indian elections?
(a) 16
(b) 18
(c) 21
(d) 25
Answer:
(b) 18
Question 6.
What is the term for the process of making decisions and organising society with rules?
(a) Legislation
(b) Governance
(c) Administration
(d) Regulation
Answer:
Option (b) is correct.
Explanation:
Governance is the process of creating, implementing, and managing rules and decisions to maintain order in society.
Question 7.
Which branch of government is responsible for putting laws into action?
(a) Legislature
(b) Executive
(c) Judiciary
(d) Administrative
Answer:
Option (b) is correct
Explanation:
The Executive branch enforces and implements laws, including actions taken by leaders like the president or prime minister.
Question 8.
What does the term “separation of powers” ensure in a well-functioning government?
(a) Uniformity in decision-making
(b) Interaction and collaboration among branches
(c) Checks and balances among branches
(d) Equal representation in the legislature
Answer:
Option (c) is correct
Explanation:
Separation of powers ensures that each branch of government can monitor and limit the powers of the others, preventing abuse.
Question 9.
In a representative democracy like India, who are elected to make decisions on behalf of the citizens at the national level?
(a) Members of Legislative Assembly (MLAs)
(b) Members of Parliament (MPs)
(c) Local Government Officials
(d) Governors
Answer:
Option (b) is correct
Explanation:
MPs are elected to represent the citizens’ interests and make national-level decisions in the Parliament.
Question 10.
At which level of government would you seek help if there is a large-scale power outage in your neighborhood?
(a) Local level
(b) State level
(c) National level
(d) Regional level
Answer:
Option (b) is correct.
Explanation:
Large-scale issues like a power outage in your neighbourhood are managed by the state government.
Assertion-Reason Type Questions
I. There are two statements in each question marked as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Choose your answer as per the options given below:
(a) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
(b) Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
(c) (A) is correct but (R) is wrong.
(d) (A) is wrong but (R) is correct.
Question 1.
Assertion (A): The executive branch of government is responsible for implementing laws.
Reason (R): The judiciary interprets laws and decides legal disputes.
Answer:
(b) Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
Question 2.
Assertion (A): Cybercrime has led to the creation of new laws by governments.
Reason (R): Digital technologies have transformed the way societies function.
Answer:
(a) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
II. Questions 1 to 5 are assertion and reason -based questions.
Following options should be used for these questions.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true, but Reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false, but Reason (R) is true.
Question 1.
Assertion (A): Rules and laws are necessary to maintain order in society.
Reason (R): Without rules, society would fall apart and wouldn’t function properly.
Answer:
Option (a) is correct.
Explanation:
Rules and laws are fundamental to societal order and functioning. Without them, society would not function properly and could cause situations of disorder.
Question 2.
Assertion (A): The three organs of government must remain separate but work together.
Reason (R): This separation ensures checks and balances within the government.
Answer:
Option (a) is correct.
Explanation:
The separation of the three branches of government (executive, legislative, judicial) is essential for a system of checks and balances, ensuring that no single branch misuse its power and everyone works in harmony.
Question 3.
Assertion (A): Local governments handle smaller, localised issues, while the Central Government addresses nationwide problems.
Reason (R): Governance in India operates at three levels: local, state, and national.
Answer:
Option (b) is correct.
Explanation:
Local governments deal with local issues, and the central government takes care of big, national problems. The three levels of governance help manage different types of issues.
Question 4.
Assertion (A): Democracy allows people to have the power to choose their leaders.
Reason (R): In a democracy, everyone participates directly in all decision-making processes.
Answer:
Option (a) is correct.
Explanation:
In a democracy, people do choose their leaders, but not all democracies involve direct participation in all decisions; often, representatives are elected to make decisions on behalf of the people.
Question 5.
Assertion (A): Cybercrimes have emerged due to advancements in digital technology.
Reason (R): The Legislature, the Executive, and the Judiciary work together to create and enforce laws to combat cybercrimes.
Answer:
Option (a) is correct.
Explanation:
Advancements in digital technology have indeed led to an increase in cybercrimes, and the coordinated efforts of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches are essential for creating and enforcing laws to address these crimes.
Fill in the Blanks
1. The process of taking decisions, organizing society’s life with different sets of rules, and ensuring that they are followed, is called ____
Answer:
governance
2. Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam served as the ____ President of India.
Answer:
11th
3. The three branches of the government are and ____
Answer:
legislature, executive, judiciary
4. The motto of the Government of India is ____
Answer:
Satyameva Jayate
5. The term grassroots democracy refers to a system that encourages the participation of ____
Answer:
ordinary citizens
6. The process of making decisions, organising society with different rules, and ensuring everyone follows them is called ________.
Answer:
Governance
7. The group of people or system that makes and enforces rules is known as ________.
Answer:
Government
8. The three branches of government are the Legislature, the Executive, and the ________
Answer:
Judiciary
9. In a democracy, people have the right to choose their ________ who make decisions on their behalf.
Answer:
Representatives
10. The system where ordinary citizens participate in decisions affecting them is known as _______________ democracy
Answer:
Grassroots
True or False
1. The judiciary is responsible for making new laws.
Answer:
False
2. Cybercrime refers to criminal activities conducted through digital means.
Answer:
True
3. The legislature can only create new laws and can not update existing ones.
Answer:
False
4. Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam was known for his role in India’s nuclear capabilities.
Answer:
True
5. Local governments deal with national-level issues in India.
Answer:
False
6. The Executive branch of government interprets laws.
Answer:
False
7. The term ‘democracy’ comes from Greek words meaning ‘people’ and ‘rule.’
Answer:
True
8. Local governments handle large-scale issues affecting the whole country.
Answer:
9. In a representative democracy, citizens vote for their leaders to make decisions on their behalf.
Answer:
True
10. The Judiciary branch enforces laws and ensures they are followed.
Answer:
False
Match the Following
Question 1.
| Column A | Column B |
| 1. Legislature | (a) Enforces laws |
| 2. Executive | (b) Interprets laws |
| 3. Judiciary | (c) Makes laws |
| 4. Satyameva Jayate | (d) Effort never dies |
| 5. Yato Dharmastato Jayah | (e) Truth alone triumphs |
Answer:
| Column A | Column B |
| 1. Legislature | (c) Makes laws |
| 2. Executive | (a) Enforces laws |
| 3. Judiciary | (b) Interprets laws |
| 4. Satyameva Jayate | (e) Truth alone triumphs |
| 5. Yato Dharmastato Jayah | (d) Effort never dies |
Question 2.
| Column A | Column B |
| (1) Branch that puts laws into action | (i) Legislature |
| (2) Branch that interprets laws | (ii) Executive |
| (3) Branch that makes and updates laws | (iii) Judiciary |
| (4) Term for ensuring branches work in harmony | (iv) Separation of Powers |
| (5) Level of government handling local issues | (v) Local Level |
Answer:
| Column A | Column B |
| (1) Branch that puts laws into action | (ii) Executive |
| (2) Branch that interprets laws | (iii) Judiciary |
| (3) Branch that makes and updates laws | (i) Legislature |
| (4) Term for ensuring branches work in harmony | (iv) Separation of Powers |
| (5) Level of government handling local issues | (v) Local Level |
Passage Based Questions
I. Read the following source and answer the f0llowing questions
Human beings have been living in communities for a long time. When a large number of people live together, there can be disagreements and disorder, and rules become necessary to maintain order and harmony in the society. There are probably some simple rules at home that you are expected to follow. The school where you study has rules too — some for students, others for teachers. In higher classes stviciems appearing for examinations must follow certain rules. Drivers on the road are expected to obey traffic rules. People employed in all kinds of jobs also need to follow the rules set by their employer, while the employers must also follow rules which they have committed to their employees.
If people do not follow these rules, society would fall apart and wouldn’t work properly. The process of making decisions, organizing society with different rules, and making sure everyone follows them is called governance. The group of people or system that makes these rules and ensures they are followed is known as the government.
Question 1.
Why arc rules necessary in communities?
(a) To encourage disagreements and disorder
(b) To maintain order and harmony
(c) To create confusion
(d) To reduce the number of people in the community
Answer:
Option (b) is correct.
Explanation:
Rules are necessary to maintain order and harmony when a large number of people live together.
Question 2.
Where are some of the rules mentioned in the passage applied?
(a) Only at home
(b) Only in schools
(c) Only on roads
(d) At home, in schools, during examinations, and at work
Answer:
Option (d) is correct
Explanation:
Rules are applied in various places including at home, in schools, during examinations, and at work.
Question 3.
What is the role of a government in relation to rules?
(a) To ignore them
(b) To make and ensure adherence to them
(c) To create confusion about them
(d) To delegate them to private organisations
Answer:
Option (b) is correct.
Explanation:
The government is responsible for making rules and ensuring they are followed.
Question 4.
What is the term used to describe the process of making decisions and organising society with rules?
(a) Democracy
(b) Governance
(c) Economics
(d) Legislation
Answer:
Option (b) is correct.
Explanation:
The process of making decisions, organising society with rules, and ensuring adherence is called governance.
Question 5.
What happens if people do not follow the rules, according to the passage?
(a) Society will function more efficiently.
(b) Society would fall apart and wouldn’t wo v properly.
(c) Rules become more lenient.
(d) The government will be disbanded.
Answer:
Option (b) is correct.
Explanation:
If people do not follow the rules society would fall apart and would not work properly.
II. Read the following source and answer the following questions:
Any government operates at two levels at the least — local and national. In many countries, including India, it functions at three levels or tiers — local, state or regional, and national. Each level deals with different matters. To use a comparison, if a bulb in your home is not lighting up, you will first check the bulb, switch, fuse, etc. If that does not work, you may call an electrician, and if it is found that the problem is not within your home, you may need to go to the Electricity Board and file a complaint. These are also three levels of dealing with a problem. Likewise, in India, we have local governments, State governments, and Central or Union government.
Question 1.
At how many levels does any government operate at the minimum?
(a) One
(b) Two
(c) Three
(d) Four
Answer:
Option (b) is correct.
Explanation:
Any government operates at least at two levels — local and national.
Question 2.
In India, how many levels does the government function at?
(a) Two
(b) Three
(c) Four
(d) Five
Answer:
Option (b) is correct.
Explanation:
In India, the government functions at three levels — local, state or regional, and national.
Question 3.
What analogy is used to explain the levels of government in the passage?
(a) Cooking a meal
(b) Fixing a car
(c) Dealing with a bulb not lighting up
(d) Writing a letter
Answer:
Option (c) is correct.
Explanation:
The analogy of dealing with a bulb not lighting up is used to explain the different levels of government.
Question 4.
Which levels of government are mentioned in the passage?
(a) Local and State
(b) State and National
(c) Local, State or Regional, and National
(d) National and International
Answer:
Option (c) is correct.
Explanation:
The passage mentions local, state or regional, and national levels of government.
Self-Assessment
Multiple Choice Questions
Question 1.
Who is called ‘the missile man of India’?
(a) Mahatma Gandhi
(b) A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
(c) C.V. Raman
(d) M.S, Swaminathan
Question 2.
The subjects of defense and Foreign affairs lie with the
(a) State government
(b) Local government
(c) Central government
(d) The President
Question 3.
“Where there is dharma, there is victory” is the motto of the
(a) State government
(b) High Court
(c) Government of India
(d) The Supreme Court
Question 4.
Who is the executive head of the government of India?
(a) President
(b) Prime Minister
(c) Chief Minister
(d) The Chief Justice
Question 5.
Money order form used to be issued by
(a) The Central Bank
(b) Reserve Bank of India
(c) Post Office
(d) Government of India
Fill in the Blanks
Question 1.
The group of individuals or the system that makes the rules and ensures that they are followed is called a_____
Question 2.
The_____ is the organ that makes new laws.
Question 3.
The _____is the organ that implements the laws.
Question 4.
The _____is the system of courts which decides whether someone has broken the law .and, if so, what course of action should be taken.
Question 5.
Any government operates at two levels at the least _____and _____
Practice Questions
Question 6.
What is the role of the government?
Question 7.
How are the important rules referred to?
Question 8.
Explain why rules and laws might need to be updated or changed?
Question 9.
Discuss the relationship between governance and government.
Question 10.
What is democracy?
Question 11.
What are the three levels of government and their functions?
Question 12.
How does a democracy function?
Question 13.
Why are rules and laws necessary to run the government?
Question 14.
Who was Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam? What were his contributions for the country?
Question 15.
“Look at the sky. We are not alone. The whole universe is friendly to us and conspires only to give the best to those who dream and Work.” Who had said it? What message does it convey?