Question

Q.26 Read the extracts and answer the following questions.
The idea of power-sharing has emerged in opposition to the notions of undivided political
power. For a long ime it was believed that all power of a government must reside in one
person or group of persons located at one place. It was felt that if the power to decide is
dispersed, it would not be possible to take quick decisions and to enforce them. But
these notions have changed with the emnergence of democracy: One basic principle of
democracy is that people are the source of all political power: In a democracy, people
rule themselves through institutions of self-government. In a good democratic
government, due respect, is given to diverse groups and views that exist in a.society.

a) In how many tiers power is shared in India?

One laver
Two layer
sii.
Three layer
Four laver

b) Why did idea of power sharing emerge?

c) It would not be possible to take quick decisions and to enforce them in
Democracy. Do you agree with the statement?
d) Write a brief gist of the above given paragraph in your own words.
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Answer 1

a) three layers is the correct answer