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CBSE Class 12 Political Science

CBSE Class 12 Political Science

Complete mock test covering World History, Indian Freedom Movement, and Constitutional Development. Includes source-based questions and analytical problems.

2025-07-20
Pavan Pavan
CBSE Class 12 Political Science Grade 12

Duration

30 min

Questions

30

Marking

Negative

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What is a key feature of a Totalitarian state?

A
The government controls almost every aspect of public and private life
B
The government is formed through free and fair elections
C
A division of powers between various branches of government
D
Independent judiciary and press

Which of the following is a feature of an Authoritarian state?

A
The state has total control over the media and opposition is restricted
B
Multiple political parties are allowed to compete in elections
C
Free speech is encouraged and protected by the constitution
D
Elected representatives have real powers

What distinguishes a Liberal Democratic state?

A
It emphasizes individual rights, freedom, and the rule of law
B
The state controls the economy and individual liberties are restricted
C
The government is headed by a monarch
D
The government does not permit opposition parties

Which of the following is a comparison between Totalitarian and Authoritarian states?

A
Both Totalitarian and Authoritarian states have centralized control, but Totalitarian states seek to control all aspects of life, whereas Authoritarian states allow some degree of personal freedom
B
Totalitarian states allow more personal freedom than Authoritarian states
C
Totalitarian states are less oppressive than Authoritarian states
D
Authoritarian states have no political opposition, while Totalitarian states have a limited form of opposition

Which of the following is an example of a Totalitarian state?

A
North Korea
B
United States
C
India
D
Sweden

Which country is an example of an Authoritarian state?

A
Russia
B
India
C
United Kingdom
D
Germany

What is the defining characteristic of a Unitary state?

A
All powers are concentrated in the central government
B
Power is shared equally between central and regional governments
C
The central government has limited powers
D
There is no central government

Which country is an example of a Unitary state?

A
United Kingdom
B
USA
C
India
D
Canada

Which of the following is a feature of a Federal state?

A
Power is divided between central and regional governments
B
The central government has all the powers
C
There is no division of power
D
The central government can override decisions made by regional governments

Which country is an example of a Federal state?

A
USA
B
France
C
United Kingdom
D
Japan

Which of the following features defines a Parliamentary system of government?

A
The executive is drawn from and accountable to the legislature
B
The president is the head of the state and the head of government
C
The executive is separate from the legislature
D
The judiciary has no role in the functioning of the government

Which country is an example of a Parliamentary system of government?

A
United Kingdom
B
USA
C
China
D
Russia

Which of the following is a feature of a Presidential system of government?

A
The president is both the head of state and head of government
B
The executive is accountable to the legislature
C
The executive is separate from the legislature
D
The president is elected by the legislature

Which country is an example of a Presidential system of government?

A
USA
B
India
C
United Kingdom
D
Canada

Which of the following is a key difference between a Parliamentary and Presidential system?

A
In a Presidential system, the executive is separate from the legislature
B
In a Parliamentary system, the president is the head of the government
C
In a Parliamentary system, the executive is not accountable to the legislature
D
In a Presidential system, the judiciary has no role in the government

In which system does the Prime Minister serve as the head of the government?

A
Parliamentary system
B
Presidential system
C
Monarchy
D
Socialist system

Which of the following is a key feature of a federal state?

A
Division of power between central and regional governments
B
All powers are concentrated in the central government
C
The state has no provision for regional governments
D
There is no division of powers

Which of the following is true about a Unitary system?

A
Power is concentrated in a single central government
B
Power is shared between national and regional governments
C
The state allows independent regional governments
D
There is no centralized power

What is a characteristic of a Liberal Democratic state?

A
It emphasizes individual rights, freedoms, and the rule of law
B
It places strict limits on the freedoms of citizens
C
It has a centrally controlled economy
D
It does not allow political parties

Which of the following is an example of a federal state?

A
USA
B
India
C
Russia
D
All of the above

Which form of government is most likely to have a strong leader as the head of state and government?

A
Presidential system
B
Parliamentary system
C
Unitary system
D
Monarchy

What is the role of the legislature in a Parliamentary system of government?

A
To make and pass laws and hold the executive accountable
B
To appoint judges and administrators
C
To exercise executive powers
D
To oversee judicial appointments

Which of the following is true about the Presidential system?

A
The president is both the head of state and head of government
B
The president is elected by the legislature
C
The president cannot veto laws
D
The president serves at the pleasure of the legislature

Which of the following is a feature of a Unitary state?

A
Power is concentrated at the national level
B
Power is shared between national and state governments
C
States have independent sovereignty
D
Local governments have no authority

Which of the following is a common feature of both Unitary and Federal systems?

A
Both have a central government
B
Both provide complete independence to regions
C
Both have a strong executive
D
Both avoid the separation of powers

In which type of government does the head of state and head of government belong to separate branches?

A
Presidential system
B
Parliamentary system
C
Monarchy
D
Dictatorship

Which country follows the Presidential system of government?

A
USA
B
India
C
Australia
D
Canada

In a Parliamentary system, who is the head of state?

A
The monarch or president
B
The prime minister
C
The speaker of the house
D
The chief justice

Which of the following is an example of a country with a Unitary system of government?

A
United Kingdom
B
USA
C
Canada
D
India

Which type of government is characterized by the separation of powers between executive, legislature, and judiciary?

A
Presidential system
B
Parliamentary system
C
Unitary system
D
Totalitarian system