Political parties are necessary for democracy because they
(a) Ensure that elections are conducted fairly.
(b) Provide a mechanism for forming a responsible government.
(c) Eliminate political debates and differences.
(d) Focus solely on economic policies.
Answer: (b) Provide a mechanism for forming a responsible government.

The leaders, active members, and followers are the components of
(a) A political movement.
(b) A political party.
(c) An NGO.
(d) An economic institution.
Answer: (b) A political party.

In India, political parties generally select their candidates
(a) Through an online voting system.
(b) By top party leaders choosing them.
(c) By conducting public elections.
(d) Through the Election Commission.
Answer: (b) By top party leaders choosing them.

Which of the following is a role played by opposition parties in a democracy?
(a) They organize elections.
(b) They voice different views and criticize the government’s failures.
(c) They enforce constitutional amendments.
(d) They oversee judicial matters.
Answer: (b) They voice different views and criticize the government’s failures.

Political parties reduce the multitude of opinions in society by
(a) Supporting economic growth only.
(b) Focusing on education policies.
(c) Formulating basic positions and policies.
(d) Ignoring public views.
Answer: (c) Formulating basic positions and policies.

A party system in which multiple parties compete for power is called
(a) Single-party system.
(b) Two-party system.
(c) Multiparty system.
(d) Federal system.
Answer: (c) Multiparty system.

When several parties form a coalition for elections or governance, it is called
(a) A front or an alliance.
(b) A national movement.
(c) A political revolution.
(d) A constitutional mandate.
Answer: (a) A front or an alliance.

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) was founded in
(a) 1980.
(b) 1947.
(c) 1975.
(d) 1990.
Answer: (a) 1980.

The main focus of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) is
(a) Welfare of upper-caste Hindus.
(b) Representation of Dalits, Adivasis, OBCs, and religious minorities.
(c) Strengthening capitalism.
(d) Promoting international trade policies.
Answer: (b) Representation of Dalits, Adivasis, OBCs, and religious minorities.

Cultural nationalism, or Hindutva, is associated with which party?
(a) Indian National Congress.
(b) Communist Party of India (Marxist).
(c) Bharatiya Janata Party.
(d) Bahujan Samaj Party.
Answer: (c) Bharatiya Janata Party.

The Communist Party of India (Marxist) supports
(a) Socialism and secularism.
(b) Religious nationalism.
(c) Imperialism.
(d) Market-oriented policies.
Answer: (a) Socialism and secularism.

The Indian National Congress (INC) was founded in
(a) 1885.
(b) 1900.
(c) 1920.
(d) 1947.
Answer: (a) 1885.

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) was formed in
(a) 2012.
(b) 2000.
(c) 1998.
(d) 2020.
Answer: (a) 2012.

State parties are often referred to as
(a) National parties.
(b) Regional parties.
(c) International parties.
(d) Coalition parties.
Answer: (b) Regional parties.

The Election Commission recognizes a party as a national party if it secures
(a) 10 percent of votes in five states.
(b) 6 percent of votes in four states and at least four seats in the Lok Sabha.
(c) 15 percent of votes nationwide.
(d) 5 percent of seats in the state legislatures.
Answer: (b) 6 percent of votes in four states and at least four seats in the Lok Sabha.

Challenges faced by political parties include
(a) Internal democracy and dynastic succession.
(b) Expansion of the party system.
(c) Support from global institutions.
(d) Elimination of ideological differences.
Answer: (a) Internal democracy and dynastic succession.

Dynastic succession in political parties refers to
(a) Transfer of leadership to family members.
(b) Election of leaders through voting.
(c) Support from opposition leaders.
(d) Appointment by the Election Commission.
Answer: (a) Transfer of leadership to family members.

The growing role of money and muscle power in elections leads to
(a) Transparency in politics.
(b) Fair elections.
(c) Criminalization of politics.
(d) Political stability.
Answer: (c) Criminalization of politics.

State funding of elections is suggested to
(a) Reduce the influence of money in politics.
(b) Increase election expenses.
(c) Discourage public participation.
(d) Limit political debates.
Answer: (a) Reduce the influence of money in politics.

A political party that contests elections in multiple states and is recognized as such is called
(a) A regional party.
(b) A national party.
(c) An independent party.
(d) A coalition party.
Answer: (b) A national party.

The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) was led by
(a) Indian National Congress.
(b) Bharatiya Janata Party.
(c) Communist Party of India (Marxist).
(d) Bahujan Samaj Party.
Answer: (b) Bharatiya Janata Party.

A party system where power alternates between two main parties is called
(a) Multiparty system.
(b) Two-party system.
(c) Single-party system.
(d) Federal system.
Answer: (b) Two-party system.

The Election Commission recognizes a state party if it secures
(a) 5 percent votes and two seats in the Lok Sabha.
(b) 6 percent votes in a state assembly election and two seats.
(c) 10 percent votes in two states.
(d) 7 percent votes and three seats in the Lok Sabha.
Answer: (b) 6 percent votes in a state assembly election and two seats.

The Communist Party of India (Marxist) opposes
(a) Socialism.
(b) Secularism.
(c) Communalism and imperialism.
(d) Environmental reforms.
Answer: (c) Communalism and imperialism.

The Indian National Congress espouses
(a) Religious nationalism.
(b) Secularism and welfare of weaker sections.
(c) Capitalism.
(d) Regional autonomy.
Answer: (b) Secularism and welfare of weaker sections.

The Bahujan Samaj Party draws inspiration from
(a) Sahu Maharaj and Babasaheb Ambedkar.
(b) Jawaharlal Nehru.
(c) Mahatma Gandhi.
(d) Syama Prasad Mukherjee.
Answer: (a) Sahu Maharaj and Babasaheb Ambedkar.

The Aam Aadmi Party primarily focuses on
(a) Good governance and transparency.
(b) Military policies.
(c) Agricultural reforms.
(d) Industrial development.
Answer: (a) Good governance and transparency.

The BJP’s philosophy includes
(a) Integral humanism and Hindutva.
(b) Marxism-Leninism.
(c) Capitalism and free trade.
(d) Regional autonomy.
Answer: (a) Integral humanism and Hindutva.

Challenges to political parties include
(a) Over-regulation of internal affairs.
(b) Lack of internal democracy and meaningful choice.
(c) Expansion of public trust.
(d) Eliminating opposition.
Answer: (b) Lack of internal democracy and meaningful choice.

The role of money and muscle power in politics often leads to
(a) Transparent electoral systems.
(b) Increased criminal activities in elections.
(c) Better public policies.
(d) Decreased election spending.
Answer: (b) Increased criminal activities in elections.

State funding of elections could involve
(a) Direct cash transfers to candidates.
(b) Providing resources like petrol and paper to parties.
(c) Financial support for all citizens.
(d) Eliminating small political parties.
Answer: (b) Providing resources like petrol and paper to parties.

Internal democracy in political parties refers to
(a) Leaders being chosen by public vote.
(b) Regular organizational meetings and elections within the party.
(c) Centralized decision-making by the top leaders.
(d) Avoiding participation of grassroots members.
Answer: (b) Regular organizational meetings and elections within the party.

Political parties in India need to reform because
(a) They are trusted by all citizens.
(b) They face challenges like dynastic succession and lack of transparency.
(c) They are expanding rapidly.
(d) They focus only on rural development.
Answer: (b) They face challenges like dynastic succession and lack of transparency.

The idea of one-third reservation for women in political parties aims to
(a) Increase male participation.
(b) Encourage gender equality in politics.
(c) Eliminate political competition.
(d) Strengthen regional autonomy.
Answer: (b) Encourage gender equality in politics.

Defection refers to
(a) Changing political allegiance from one party to another.
(b) Winning elections independently.
(c) Participating in multiple parties.
(d) Voting against the party’s policies.
Answer: (a) Changing political allegiance from one party to another.

The Supreme Court mandates candidates to submit affidavits to
(a) Provide educational qualifications.
(b) Disclose criminal cases and assets.
(c) Avoid electoral participation.
(d) Encourage political debates.
Answer: (b) Disclose criminal cases and assets.

Multiparty systems are necessary in India because
(a) They reduce political instability.
(b) India’s diversity cannot be represented by just two parties.
(c) They eliminate ideological differences.
(d) They discourage coalition politics.
Answer: (b) India’s diversity cannot be represented by just two parties.

Political parties shape public opinion by
(a) Using only social media platforms.
(b) Launching movements and raising issues.
(c) Avoiding mass communication.
(d) Conducting international surveys.
Answer: (b) Launching movements and raising issues.

The INC played a dominant role in Indian politics until
(a) 1947.
(b) 1977.
(c) 1989.
(d) 2004.
Answer: (b) 1977.

Which party’s ideology emphasizes education, employment, and empowerment of all sections of society?
(a) Indian National Congress
(b) Bahujan Samaj Party
(c) National People’s Party
(d) Bharatiya Janata Party
Answer: (c) National People’s Party

Regional parties are often referred to as
(a) State parties
(b) Coalition parties
(c) Federal parties
(d) National alliances
Answer: (a) State parties

The main purpose of political parties forming alliances is to
(a) Promote social welfare
(b) Contest elections and win power
(c) Restrict opposition voices
(d) Eliminate smaller parties
Answer: (b) Contest elections and win power

The BJP-led alliance is called
(a) National Democratic Alliance
(b) United Progressive Alliance
(c) Secular Alliance
(d) Left Democratic Front
Answer: (a) National Democratic Alliance

The Congress-led coalition from 2004 to 2019 was known as
(a) Left Front
(b) National Democratic Alliance
(c) United Progressive Alliance
(d) Janata Dal Alliance
Answer: (c) United Progressive Alliance

The Supreme Court’s ruling on affidavits has
(a) Reduced electoral participation
(b) Increased transparency by requiring candidates to disclose assets and criminal records
(c) Banned all criminal candidates from contesting elections
(d) Eliminated the use of money in elections
Answer: (b) Increased transparency by requiring candidates to disclose assets and criminal records

The Communist Party of India (Marxist) was founded in
(a) 1964
(b) 1951
(c) 1980
(d) 1947
Answer: (a) 1964

The Aam Aadmi Party has formed governments in
(a) Punjab and Delhi
(b) Delhi and Gujarat
(c) Uttar Pradesh and Bihar
(d) West Bengal and Odisha
Answer: (a) Punjab and Delhi

The percentage of votes needed for a party to gain recognition as a state party is
(a) 10% in three states
(b) 6% in a state assembly election
(c) 5% in the Lok Sabha elections
(d) 7% in two states
Answer: (b) 6% in a state assembly election

Political reforms aim to
(a) Strengthen dynastic control
(b) Improve internal democracy within parties
(c) Reduce public participation in elections
(d) Eliminate party ideologies
Answer: (b) Improve internal democracy within parties

Multiparty systems like India’s often lead to
(a) Political stability
(b) Coalition governments
(c) Single-party rule
(d) Elimination of opposition
Answer: (b) Coalition governments

The lack of internal democracy in political parties leads to
(a) Centralized power among leaders
(b) Equal decision-making by all members
(c) Frequent leadership changes
(d) Increased grassroots participation
Answer: (a) Centralized power among leaders

The Election Commission of India provides unique symbols to
(a) Independent candidates
(b) Recognized political parties
(c) Regional organizations
(d) Private groups
Answer: (b) Recognized political parties

The BJP’s rise in the 1990s is associated with
(a) Cultural nationalism
(b) Marxist ideologies
(c) Regional autonomy
(d) Social justice movements
Answer: (a) Cultural nationalism

Which political party has the longest unbroken rule in West Bengal?
(a) Communist Party of India (Marxist)
(b) Indian National Congress
(c) Trinamool Congress
(d) Bharatiya Janata Party
Answer: (a) Communist Party of India (Marxist)

Bahujan Samaj Party’s primary base is in
(a) Uttar Pradesh
(b) Maharashtra
(c) West Bengal
(d) Tamil Nadu
Answer: (a) Uttar Pradesh

Dynastic succession in political parties undermines
(a) Internal democracy
(b) Public opinion
(c) Financial stability
(d) Regional representation
Answer: (a) Internal democracy

A quota for women in decision-making bodies of political parties is proposed to
(a) Promote family-based politics
(b) Increase gender equality
(c) Encourage male leadership
(d) Reduce public participation
Answer: (b) Increase gender equality

Political parties are required to file their income tax returns due to
(a) Supreme Court rulings
(b) Election Commission mandates
(c) Public demands
(d) International treaties
Answer: (b) Election Commission mandates

One-party systems are undemocratic because
(a) They prevent fair competition
(b) They promote coalition governments
(c) They encourage public debate
(d) They allow multiple leaders
Answer: (a) They prevent fair competition

Recognized political parties benefit from
(a) Exemptions from elections
(b) Special privileges like reserved symbols
(c) Free campaign resources from the government
(d) Restrictions on contesting elections
Answer: (b) Special privileges like reserved symbols

Internal elections within parties ensure
(a) Dynastic control
(b) Participation of ordinary members in decision-making
(c) Less transparency in leadership selection
(d) Greater control by top leaders
Answer: (b) Participation of ordinary members in decision-making

The role of political parties in shaping public opinion involves
(a) Ignoring public demands
(b) Raising and highlighting important issues
(c) Avoiding media engagement
(d) Conducting private discussions only
Answer: (b) Raising and highlighting important issues

Parties that lose elections function as
(a) Opposition parties
(b) National alliances
(c) Media groups
(d) Independent organizations
Answer: (a) Opposition parties

A multiparty system is often necessary in large countries like India because
(a) It allows diverse social and regional interests to be represented
(b) It ensures stable single-party rule
(c) It eliminates coalition governments
(d) It supports a single ideology
Answer: (a) It allows diverse social and regional interests to be represented

The Election Commission of India requires candidates to
(a) Declare criminal records and financial assets
(b) Avoid filing nominations
(c) Promote international treaties
(d) Submit their personal beliefs
Answer: (a) Declare criminal records and financial assets

Political parties are an essential part of democracy because they
(a) Conduct court proceedings
(b) Simplify political decision-making and represent diverse opinions
(c) Focus only on social movements
(d) Restrict individual freedoms
Answer: (b) Simplify political decision-making and represent diverse opinions

State funding of elections could reduce
(a) The role of money and muscle power in elections
(b) Electoral participation
(c) Public awareness campaigns
(d) Voter turnout
Answer: (a) The role of money and muscle power in elections

Political reforms can be achieved if
(a) Citizens pressurize parties through movements and petitions
(b) Public avoids elections
(c) Parties centralize power further
(d) Media stops covering politics
Answer: (a) Citizens pressurize parties through movements and petitions

Defection among elected representatives was reduced by
(a) Constitutional amendments
(b) Political funding
(c) Supreme Court ban on elections
(d) Electoral reforms by opposition parties
Answer: (a) Constitutional amendments

Which political system allows only one political party to control and run the government?
(a) Single-party system
(b) Two-party system
(c) Multiparty system
(d) Federal system
Answer: (a) Single-party system

The Election Commission of India provides political parties with
(a) Unique election symbols
(b) Financial assistance
(c) Campaign managers
(d) Free advertisements
Answer: (a) Unique election symbols

In a democracy, opposition parties play the role of
(a) Forming the government
(b) Criticizing government policies and representing alternative views
(c) Restricting elections
(d) Eliminating coalition systems
Answer: (b) Criticizing government policies and representing alternative views

A coalition government is formed when
(a) A single party wins all seats
(b) Multiple parties join hands to form the government
(c) The opposition takes over the parliament
(d) Elections are boycotted by voters
Answer: (b) Multiple parties join hands to form the government

The primary goal of political parties in a democracy is to
(a) Divide society into groups
(b) Win elections and form governments
(c) Promote industrial development
(d) Restrict social movements
Answer: (b) Win elections and form governments

Which type of party system exists in the United States of America?
(a) Multiparty system
(b) Single-party system
(c) Two-party system
(d) Federal system
Answer: (c) Two-party system

Recognized national parties must secure at least
(a) 6% of votes in four or more states and win four Lok Sabha seats
(b) 5% of votes in two states and one Lok Sabha seat
(c) 10% of votes in five states and two Lok Sabha seats
(d) 8% of votes in all states and ten Lok Sabha seats
Answer: (a) 6% of votes in four or more states and win four Lok Sabha seats

Political reforms include measures to
(a) Promote dynastic succession
(b) Reduce the influence of money and criminal activities in elections
(c) Restrict voter participation
(d) Eliminate opposition parties
Answer: (b) Reduce the influence of money and criminal activities in elections

Which of the following is a characteristic of a political party?
(a) Promoting individual interests
(b) Contesting elections and seeking to hold power
(c) Avoiding public participation
(d) Focusing on international policies only
Answer: (b) Contesting elections and seeking to hold power

Political parties fulfill the need for representative democracy by
(a) Eliminating elections
(b) Representing diverse views in government policies
(c) Promoting authoritarian systems
(d) Restricting public debates
Answer: (b) Representing diverse views in government policies

In a multiparty system, smaller parties often form
(a) Individual governments
(b) Alliances or coalitions
(c) Opposition groups outside the legislature
(d) National councils
Answer: (b) Alliances or coalitions

In India, dynastic succession in politics undermines
(a) Party ideology
(b) Equal opportunities within the party
(c) Campaign efficiency
(d) National unity
Answer: (b) Equal opportunities within the party

The Communist Party of India (Marxist) supports policies based on
(a) Marxism-Leninism
(b) Religious doctrines
(c) Economic liberalization
(d) Cultural nationalism
Answer: (a) Marxism-Leninism

The Bahujan Samaj Party’s ideology focuses on
(a) Empowering upper castes
(b) Representing Dalits, OBCs, and minorities
(c) Promoting international trade
(d) Supporting religious conversions
Answer: (b) Representing Dalits, OBCs, and minorities

The Indian National Congress is one of the
(a) Oldest political parties in the world
(b) Regional parties in India
(c) Newly formed parties in India
(d) Communist parties in Asia
Answer: (a) Oldest political parties in the world

Internal democracy in political parties ensures
(a) Transparency in decision-making
(b) Complete control by top leaders
(c) Centralized governance
(d) Reduced public participation
Answer: (a) Transparency in decision-making

Lack of meaningful choice in political parties often results from
(a) Ideological convergence among parties
(b) Strong differences between parties
(c) Public pressure for reforms
(d) Transparent governance
Answer: (a) Ideological convergence among parties

State funding of elections aims to
(a) Reduce reliance on corporate funding
(b) Increase the cost of elections
(c) Eliminate smaller parties
(d) Limit grassroots campaigns
Answer: (a) Reduce reliance on corporate funding

Political parties mobilize public opinion by
(a) Organizing movements and protests
(b) Avoiding media coverage
(c) Disregarding public needs
(d) Restricting election campaigns
Answer: (a) Organizing movements and protests

A political party is formally recognized as a state party when
(a) It wins 6% of votes in state assembly elections and two seats
(b) It wins 10% of votes nationally
(c) It secures a majority in local elections
(d) It is approved by the Supreme Court
Answer: (a) It wins 6% of votes in state assembly elections and two seats

Coalition governments in India often lead to
(a) Political instability
(b) Greater representation of diverse interests
(c) Elimination of regional parties
(d) Single-party dominance
Answer: (b) Greater representation of diverse interests

The Election Commission ensures fair elections by
(a) Allocating symbols to political parties
(b) Preventing opposition participation
(c) Promoting dynastic succession
(d) Centralizing all political campaigns
Answer: (a) Allocating symbols to political parties

Political parties are often criticized for
(a) Promoting equal representation
(b) Focusing on public welfare
(c) Lack of internal democracy and transparency
(d) Conducting free and fair elections
Answer: (c) Lack of internal democracy and transparency

The BJP draws inspiration from the philosophy of
(a) Integral humanism
(b) Marxism
(c) Secularism
(d) Free trade
Answer: (a) Integral humanism

The Communist Party of India (Marxist) strongly opposes
(a) Capitalism and imperialism
(b) Socialism and secularism
(c) Federalism and democracy
(d) Public welfare programs
Answer: (a) Capitalism and imperialism

The INC supported the idea of
(a) A secular democratic republic
(b) Cultural nationalism
(c) Marxist policies
(d) Economic conservatism
Answer: (a) A secular democratic republic

Recognized national parties are provided with
(a) Reserved symbols for elections
(b) Exclusive access to financial resources
(c) Priority over independent candidates
(d) Free campaign management by the Election Commission
Answer: (a) Reserved symbols for elections

The lack of internal elections within political parties results in
(a) Concentration of power at the top
(b) Increased grassroots participation
(c) Equal representation for all members
(d) Improved transparency
Answer: (a) Concentration of power at the top

The Supreme Court of India mandates candidates to
(a) Disclose criminal records and assets through affidavits
(b) Avoid public campaigning
(c) Represent only national parties
(d) Submit political ideologies for approval
Answer: (a) Disclose criminal records and assets through affidavits

A political party performs the role of opposition by
(a) Criticizing government policies and suggesting alternatives
(b) Supporting government decisions unconditionally
(c) Ignoring electoral outcomes
(d) Restricting public debates
Answer: (a) Criticizing government policies and suggesting alternatives