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Assertion & Reason Quiz: Outcomes of Democracy

Question 1

Assertion (A): Democracy is a better form of government compared to dictatorship.

Reason (R): Democracy promotes equality among citizens and enhances the dignity of the individual.

• (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
• (b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
• (c) A is true but R is false.
• (d) A is false but R is true.

Correct Option: (a)
Explanation: The text states that democracy is better because it promotes equality and enhances dignity, directly explaining why it's superior.

Question 2

Assertion (A): Democracies are expected to produce governments that are accountable and responsive.

Reason (R): Democratic governments follow procedures and allow citizens to participate in decision-making.

• (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
• (b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
• (c) A is true but R is false.
• (d) A is false but R is true.

Correct Option: (a)
Explanation: Accountability and responsiveness come from following procedures and citizen participation.

Question 3

Assertion (A): Non-democratic rulers can make quick decisions.

Reason (R): Democracies involve deliberation and negotiation, leading to delays.

• (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
• (b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
• (c) A is true but R is false.
• (d) A is false but R is true.

Correct Option: (a)
Explanation: The reason explains why non-democratic decisions are quicker compared to democratic ones.

Question 4

Assertion (A): Transparency is a key feature of democracy.

Reason (R): Citizens can examine the process of decision-making in democracies.

• (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
• (b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
• (c) A is true but R is false.
• (d) A is false but R is true.

Correct Option: (a)
Explanation: Transparency is achieved through the ability to examine decisions.

Question 5

Assertion (A): Democratic governments are legitimate.

Reason (R): They are elected by the people and represent their will.

• (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
• (b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
• (c) A is true but R is false.
• (d) A is false but R is true.

Correct Option: (a)
Explanation: Legitimacy comes from being people's own government.

Question 6

Assertion (A): Dictatorships have a slightly higher rate of economic growth than democracies.

Reason (R): Economic development depends only on the form of government.

• (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
• (b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
• (c) A is true but R is false.
• (d) A is false but R is true.

Correct Option: (c)
Explanation: While A is true based on evidence, R is false as development depends on multiple factors.

Question 7

Assertion (A): Democracies reduce economic inequalities.

Reason (R): Democracies are based on political equality.

• (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
• (b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
• (c) A is true but R is false.
• (d) A is false but R is true.

Correct Option: (d)
Explanation: Democracies do not appear successful in reducing inequalities, though based on political equality.

Question 8

Assertion (A): Democracies lead to peaceful and harmonious life among citizens.

Reason (R): Democracies accommodate social divisions and reduce tensions.

• (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
• (b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
• (c) A is true but R is false.
• (d) A is false but R is true.

Correct Option: (a)
Explanation: Accommodation of divisions leads to harmony.

Question 9

Assertion (A): Democracy promotes dignity and freedom of the individual.

Reason (R): It recognizes the principle of equality for all individuals.

• (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
• (b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
• (c) A is true but R is false.
• (d) A is false but R is true.

Correct Option: (a)
Explanation: Recognition of equality promotes dignity and freedom.

Question 10

Assertion (A): Complaints about democracy show its failure.

Reason (R): Public dissatisfaction indicates people have developed awareness and expectations.

• (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
• (b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
• (c) A is true but R is false.
• (d) A is false but R is true.

Correct Option: (d)
Explanation: Complaints testify to the success of democracy.

Question 11

Assertion (A): Democracy can address all socio-economic problems.

Reason (R): Democracy creates conditions for citizens to achieve goals.

• (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
• (b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
• (c) A is true but R is false.
• (d) A is false but R is true.

Correct Option: (d)
Explanation: Democracy creates conditions but does not directly address all problems.

Question 12

Assertion (A): Over a hundred countries practice democratic politics.

Reason (R): All these countries have identical social, economic, and cultural outcomes.

• (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
• (b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
• (c) A is true but R is false.
• (d) A is false but R is true.

Correct Option: (c)
Explanation: Democracies differ in their situations and achievements.

Question 13

Assertion (A): Democratic governments develop mechanisms for citizen accountability.

Reason (R): Regular elections and public debate are such mechanisms.

• (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
• (b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
• (c) A is true but R is false.
• (d) A is false but R is true.

Correct Option: (a)
Explanation: These practices ensure accountability.

Question 14

Assertion (A): Democracies have a mixed record on free and fair elections.

Reason (R): Most democracies provide fair chances to everyone.

• (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
• (b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
• (c) A is true but R is false.
• (d) A is false but R is true.

Correct Option: (c)
Explanation: Many fall short of providing fair chances.

Question 15

Assertion (A): There is overwhelming support for democracy worldwide.

Reason (R): Democracy is seen as people's own government.

• (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
• (b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
• (c) A is true but R is false.
• (d) A is false but R is true.

Correct Option: (a)
Explanation: Support stems from its legitimacy as people's government.

Question 16

Assertion (A): Economic growth rates are negligible between poor dictatorships and democracies.

Reason (R): Factors like population size and global situation affect development.

• (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
• (b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
• (c) A is true but R is false.
• (d) A is false but R is true.

Correct Option: (b)
Explanation: Both are true, but R explains broader influences on development.

Question 17

Assertion (A): Democracies lead to just distribution of goods.

Reason (R): Poor people constitute a large proportion of voters.

• (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
• (b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
• (c) A is true but R is false.
• (d) A is false but R is true.

Correct Option: (d)
Explanation: Democracies do not reduce inequalities effectively, despite poor voters.

Question 18

Assertion (A): Rule by majority means rule by majority community.

Reason (R): Democracy requires that majority works with minority.

• (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
• (b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
• (c) A is true but R is false.
• (d) A is false but R is true.

Correct Option: (d)
Explanation: Majority rule should not become majority community rule.

Question 19

Assertion (A): Democracy strengthens claims of disadvantaged castes.

Reason (R): It provides legal and moral force for equality.

• (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
• (b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
• (c) A is true but R is false.
• (d) A is false but R is true.

Correct Option: (a)
Explanation: Legal and moral foundations support these claims.

Question 20

Assertion (A): People's complaints indicate the success of democracy.

Reason (R): It shows awareness and critical evaluation of power holders.

• (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
• (b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
• (c) A is true but R is false.
• (d) A is false but R is true.

Correct Option: (a)
Explanation: Complaints reflect engaged citizenship.