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SAI International School

Class: IX

Social Science (Pol. Science)
Competency Based Question Worksheet

Chapter: What is Democracy? Why Democracy?
Sl. No. Question Marks
1 Country X holds regular elections, but only one political party is allowed to contest. 1
What kind of system is this most likely to be?
a) Democracy
b) Dictatorship
c) One-party democracy
d) Federalism

2 If a government changes laws frequently without consulting the people, which 1
democratic principle is being violated?
a) Rule of law
b) Free and fair elections
c) Accountability
d) Popular control

3 Which of the following best shows a democratic decision-making process? 1
a) A king appoints ministers
b) Citizens vote to choose their representatives
c) The army controls law-making
d) Judges are selected by the Prime Minister

4 What makes democracy preferable over other forms of government? 1
a) It is ruled by the army
b) It gives power to one leader
c) It ensures equal rights and dignity
d) It avoids all political competition

5 Why is it important that elections in a democracy are free and fair? 2

6 How does democracy promote the dignity of citizens? 2
7 What is meant by “majority rule” in a democracy, and how is it kept in check? 2

8 Why are regular elections essential in a democracy? 2
9 Compare the democratic features of India and any one non-democratic country. What 3
key differences stand out?
10 How can democracy be misused by elected leaders? Give two examples from real or 3
fictional scenarios.
11 Describe how democracy allows for peaceful change in leadership. Why is this an 3
advantage?
12 “Democracy is not just about elections, but about participation and accountability.” 4
Explain this statement using examples from real-life democratic practices.

13 You are a citizen of a country transitioning from monarchy to democracy. What changes 5
would you expect in your rights and role as a citizen? Illustrate with examples.

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