Electoral Politics — Social Studies STD 9 — Question

Three friends went to watch a film that showed the hero becoming Chief Minister for a day and making big changes in the state. Imran said this is what the country needs. Rizwan said this kind of a personal rule without institutions is dangerous. Shankar said all this is a fantasy. No minister can do anything in one day. What would be your reaction to such a film?

Write a response to the following arguments against democracy:

1. Army is the most disciplined and corruption-free organisation in the country. Therefore army should rule the country.
2. Rule of the majority means the rule of ignorant people. What we need is the rule of the wise, even if they are in small numbers.
3. If we want religious leaders to guide us in spiritual matters, why not invite them to guide us in politics as well. The country should be ruled by religious leaders.

How does the polling take place?

Do the women of Saudi Arabia have voting power?

Describe the role of the President of India in appointment of the Prime Minister.

Who resolved this dispute? How?

What was the difference between the whites in India from those in South Africa?

When Madhurima went to the property registration office, the exercises Registrar told her, “You can’t write your name as Madhurima Banerjee d/o A. K. Banerjee. You are married, so you must give your husband’s name. Your husband’s surname is Rao. So your name should be changed to Madhurima Rao.” She did not agree. She said “If my husband’s name has not changed after marriage, why should mine?” In your opinion who is right in this dispute? And why?

How does the Constitution lay down the institutional arrangements in India?

Suppose you are MLA of your area. What values would you follow to become popular in your area?