Practice What is Democracy? - 1.1 | 1. What is Democracy? Why Democracy? | CBSE 9 Civics
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1.1 - What is Democracy?

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What does the term democracy mean?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the roots of the word.

Question 2

Easy

Name one feature of democracy.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider what makes elections legitimate.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What does democracy mean?

  • Rule by a single person
  • Rule by elected representatives
  • Government by force

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the meaning of 'demos' and 'kratia'.

Question 2

True or False: A government that holds elections every year is automatically a democracy.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the qualities of legitimate elections.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Discuss the implications of defining democracy simply as government by the people. How might this be misleading?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider historical examples where elections existed but real power was absent.

Question 2

Evaluate the role of political equality in democratic systems. Why is it critical for effective governance?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Ask how unequal voting impacts governance quality.

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