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This chapter explores the concept of power-sharing in democracies, covering different forms of power-sharing such as horizontal and vertical distribution of power, community government, and coalition governments. You'll learn about the importance of power-sharing in maintaining political stability and social harmony.

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You'll have access to comprehensive study materials including NCERT-aligned videos, detailed chapter notes, case studies from various countries, and reference materials that explain power-sharing mechanisms in different democratic systems.

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The chapter includes multiple practice exercises, including case-based questions, short answer questions, and long answer questions that help you apply power-sharing concepts to real-world political scenarios. There are also quizzes to test your conceptual understanding.

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The platform provides detailed progress tracking for this chapter, showing your completion status for each section, quiz scores, and areas where you might need more practice. The dashboard helps you monitor your understanding of power-sharing concepts.

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The chapter includes supplementary materials like comparative studies of power-sharing models in different countries, current affairs related to power-sharing in India, and additional reading recommendations to deepen your understanding of democratic governance.

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1. Power - Sharing

Power-sharing is a fundamental aspect of democracies, allowing for a more equitable distribution of authority among various groups and levels of government. The chapter explores how different countries, specifically Belgium and Sri Lanka, handle the demands for power-sharing in the context of their diverse populations. Through examining these cases, it highlights the benefits of such arrangements in preventing conflict and promoting social stability.

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Power Sharing

This section discusses the concept of power-sharing in democracies, illustrated through the contrasting cases of Belgium and Sri Lanka.

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Belgium And Sri Lanka

This section discusses power-sharing in democracies through the contrasting examples of Belgium and Sri Lanka, highlighting the importance of accommodating diverse communities.

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Majoritarianism In Sri Lanka

This section explores the concept of majoritarianism in Sri Lanka, detailing how the Sinhala majority's policies led to the systematic alienation of the Tamil minority, contrasting it with Belgium's power-sharing approach.

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Accommodation In Belgium

The Belgian Model illustrates the importance of power-sharing in diverse democracies, highlighting how Belgium's careful arrangements differ from the majoritarian approach taken by Sri Lanka.

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Why Power Sharing Is Desirable?

This section explores lessons from the power-sharing experiences of Belgium and Sri Lanka, illustrating the importance of accommodating diverse identities in democratic governance.

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Forms Of Power-Sharing

This section discusses various forms of power-sharing in democracies, using examples from Belgium and Sri Lanka to illustrate the dynamics and implications of such arrangements.

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Examples Of Power Sharing

This section discusses power-sharing models in Belgium and Sri Lanka, emphasizing their impact on democracy and community relations.

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Exercises

This section discusses the significance of power-sharing in democracies, illustrated through examples from Belgium and Sri Lanka.

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Power-sharing can help avoi...
Belgium's constitution emph...
Sri Lanka's failure to acco...

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FAQs for CBSE Class 10 Power - Sharing Chapter

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Power-sharing can help avoid conflict between social groups.
Belgium's constitution emphasizes equal representation among linguistic communities to maintain unity.
Sri Lanka's failure to accommodate ethnic diversity through power-sharing led to civil unrest and conflict.

Key Concepts

Term: Majoritarianism

Definition: A belief that the majority community should be able to rule a country according to its own interests, disregarding the minority's needs.
Term: Prudential Reasons for Powersharing

Definition: Arguments that suggest power-sharing leads to better governance and stability by reducing the possibility of conflict.
Term: Moral Reasons for Powersharing

Definition: Arguments that emphasize the importance of sharing power as a necessary aspect of democratic governance.
Term: Federal Government

Definition: A system of government where power is distributed between a central authority and various regional entities.
Term: Community Government

Definition: A form of government in Belgium, elected by language communities, that manages cultural, educational, and language-related issues.

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