give me some important questions of chapter 1 in civics for class 9
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What is Democracy? Why Democracy?
Write a note on democracy.
On the basis of your understanding of democracy so far, mentioning a few examples write down some common features of:
Democratic governments
Non-democratic governments
Mention some of the features of democracy.
Does democracy enhance the dignity of the citizens? Give reasons supporting your answer.
What kind of election constitutes a democratic election?
Give reasons why Pakistan under General Musharraf should not be called a democracy.
What is direct democracy? Explain.
What are the arguments against democracy? Explain.
Though elections were held regularly in Mexico since 1930, it did not present an example of true democracy until 2000. State the reason.
Give arguments in favour of democracy. Describe.
A democratic government is a better government because it is a more accountable form of government. True or False?
Elaborate on how democracy is based on consultations and discussions.
“Popular governments may be undemocratic.”Give an example to support the statement.
What are the main differences between democracy and dictatorship? Give three points.
People feel free and equal in a democracy. Is this a good argument in favour of democracy? Why?
A minister said that some laws have to be passed by the Parliament in order to conform to the regulations decided by the World Trade Organisation (WTO). Explain the democratic element of this statement.
Women’s representation in Parliament has barely reached 10%. This led women’s organisations to demand one-third seats for women. What is the undemocratic element of this statement?
An Army is the most disciplined and corruption-free organisation in the country. Therefore the army should rule the country. Write a response to this argument against democracy.
A Father to daughter: I don’t want to hear your opinion about your marriage. In our family children marry where the parents tell them to. Is the following statement in keeping with democracy as a value? Why?
Write a note on the Constitutional and Legal aspects of democracy. Give an example from the news items in this category.