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CBSE Class 8 Social - Social and Political Life

CBSE Class 8 Social - Social and Political Life

Complete mock test covering Diversity, Government, and Local Administration. Includes civic concepts, constitutional principles, and democratic processes.

2025-07-16
Pavan Pavan
Political Life CBSE Grade 8 Class 8

Duration

30 min

Questions

30

Marking

Negative

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Why does a country need a Constitution?

A
To lay out ideals for governance
B
To make laws for the people
C
To govern the people directly
D
To decide the leaders

What is the purpose of the Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution?

A
To protect citizens from arbitrary actions of the state
B
To ensure the government has the final say in decisions
C
To allow individuals to vote in elections
D
To restrict the freedoms of citizens

What is the difference between the 1990 and 2015 Constitutions of Nepal regarding executive power?

A
In 1990, executive power was vested in the King, whereas in 2015, it was vested in the Council of Ministers.
B
In 1990, executive power was vested in the military, whereas in 2015, it was vested in the President.
C
In 1990, executive power was vested in the people, whereas in 2015, it was vested in the King.
D
There was no change in the executive power between the two constitutions.

What was the main reason Nepal adopted a new Constitution in 2015?

A
To establish a democratic government
B
To ensure the dominance of the King
C
To align with the ideals of the monarchy
D
To remove the monarchy and adopt democracy

Which of the following is a feature of federalism in India?

A
State governments are agents of the central government
B
State governments draw their authority from the Constitution
C
The central government has no power over the states
D
States are not allowed to make their own laws

What does 'separation of powers' mean in the context of the Indian Constitution?

A
The legislature, executive, and judiciary are all controlled by one branch
B
The three branches of government exercise different powers and act as checks on each other
C
The executive and legislature have overlapping powers
D
The judiciary is subordinate to the legislature

What is the main function of the 'Directive Principles of State Policy' in India?

A
To guide the government in making laws for socio-economic reforms
B
To ensure that citizens are not discriminated against
C
To guarantee rights for minorities
D
To define the structure of the government

Which right guarantees that no person can be discriminated against based on their religion, caste, or sex?

A
Right to Freedom
B
Right to Equality
C
Right against Exploitation
D
Right to Constitutional Remedies

What is meant by 'secularism' in the Indian Constitution?

A
The government promotes a particular religion
B
The government does not promote any particular religion
C
Religion is a private matter and should not be discussed
D
All religions are treated equally by the government

Which of the following is NOT a Fundamental Right in the Indian Constitution?

A
Right to Equality
B
Right to Freedom
C
Right against Exploitation
D
Right to Political Power

Which principle does the Indian Constitution guarantee to all minorities?

A
The right to set up their own educational institutions
B
The right to own property
C
The right to religious freedom
D
The right to vote in national elections

What is the role of the judiciary in the Indian Constitution?

A
To make laws
B
To implement laws
C
To interpret laws and ensure they are followed
D
To elect government representatives

Which article of the Indian Constitution guarantees the Right to Constitutional Remedies?

A
Article 14
B
Article 21
C
Article 32
D
Article 51A

What is the principle of universal adult suffrage in the Indian Constitution?

A
All citizens over the age of 18 have the right to vote
B
Only men over the age of 21 have the right to vote
C
Only the educated citizens can vote
D
Only citizens who own property can vote

Which of the following is a feature of the Indian parliamentary system?

A
The head of state is elected by the people
B
The executive is separate from the legislature
C
The government is formed by the party with the majority in the legislature
D
The judiciary is controlled by the executive

Which document provided the basis for drafting the Indian Constitution?

A
The Government of India Act 1935
B
The Indian Independence Act 1947
C
The Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms
D
The Indian National Congress Manifesto

Who is known as the Father of the Indian Constitution?

A
Jawaharlal Nehru
B
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
C
B.R. Ambedkar
D
Mahatma Gandhi

What is the primary function of a Constitution in a democracy?

A
To guarantee that the government will be in power for a long time
B
To establish and safeguard the framework of governance
C
To ensure that only one party governs
D
To restrict the rights of citizens

What does 'democracy' mean according to the Indian Constitution?

A
A system where only the elite rule
B
A system where every citizen has equal voting rights
C
A system where the government controls all decisions
D
A system where one person has complete power

What principle ensures that no citizen is discriminated against on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth?

A
Right to Equality
B
Right to Freedom
C
Right to Constitutional Remedies
D
Right against Exploitation

Which of the following is NOT part of the Directive Principles of State Policy?

A
Provision for social and economic welfare
B
Provision for free and compulsory education for children
C
Provision for the protection of minority rights
D
Provision for the protection of wildlife

What does the 'Right to Freedom' in the Indian Constitution guarantee?

A
The right to religious freedom
B
The right to be free from discrimination
C
The right to reside and move freely throughout the country
D
The right to own property

Which of the following is a feature of the Indian political system?

A
The executive is directly accountable to the judiciary
B
The judiciary has the power to make laws
C
The executive is accountable to the legislature
D
The legislature is responsible for implementing laws

In which year did Nepal adopt a new Constitution after abolishing the monarchy?

A
2000
B
2006
C
2010
D
2015

What principle does the 'Right to Constitutional Remedies' protect?

A
It allows citizens to move the court if their Fundamental Rights are violated
B
It allows the state to remove any unconstitutional laws
C
It ensures that all citizens have the right to vote
D
It allows citizens to hold public office

Which of the following is NOT a Fundamental Duty under the Indian Constitution?

A
To uphold and protect the sovereignty and integrity of India
B
To respect the Constitution
C
To promote religious harmony
D
To guarantee free healthcare for all

Who was the head of the Constituent Assembly of India?

A
Jawaharlal Nehru
B
Dr Rajendra Prasad
C
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
D
Dr B.R. Ambedkar

Which of the following was a major challenge faced during the drafting of the Indian Constitution?

A
Unanimous agreement on all issues
B
Ensuring the inclusion of the caste system
C
Balancing the interests of different communities
D
Deciding the location of the capital

What is the primary purpose of 'Parliamentary Form of Government' in India?

A
To ensure a dictatorship
B
To allow the executive to work independently of the legislature
C
To ensure that the executive is accountable to the legislature
D
To maintain the dominance of the President

What does 'federalism' in the Indian Constitution ensure?

A
Complete autonomy of the states
B
The central government has control over all state matters
C
The states and the center have separate powers
D
The states have no role in national decisions