Today in this post we are going to provide you some important questions of of Civics Class 10 Political Parties Chapter 6 for term 2 Exam.
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In the todays post we have provided all the answers important of the questions of Political Parties in pointe wise. I suggest all the students must tried to answers in point wise in their all the exams, because when we write answers in the point wise the answers looks clear and the examiner don't need to spend more more on reading your single answers and he/she gives you full marks.
And one more thing writing every point you must leave one line and must leave two line after writing a complete answers when you are going to write next answers.
Very Short Answer Type Questions (1 Mark Each)
1. What is an important function of a political party in India? A [O.E.B.]
Ans. To contest elections.
2. Why is one party political system not considered a good democratic system? A [O.E.B.]
Ans. Because one party system has no democratic option.
3. Examine the reason to accept multi – party system in India . U [O.E.B.]
Ans. Because it is easy to absorb different social and geographical diversities in multi- party system.
4. Name a country that has one party system. A [O.E.B.]
Ans. China.
5. Name any two regional parties of West Bengal. A [O.E.B.]
Ans.
(i) Forward Bloc
(ii) Trinamool Congress
6. When was the Communist Party of India – Marxist (CPI-M) formed?
Ans. CPI-M was formed in 1964.
7. Why do political parties involve partisanship?
Ans. Because parties are about a part of the society and thus they involve partisanship.
Short Answer Type Questions (3 Marks Each)
1. Describe the necessity of political parties in a democratic country?
Ans. Political parties are necessary for democratic countries because:
(i) Without political parties, democracies cannot exist.
(ii) If we do not have political parties, in such a situation every candidate in elections will be independent.
(iii) No one will be able to make any promises to the people about any major policy changes.
(iv) The government may be formed, but its utility will remain uncertain.
(v) Elected representatives will be accountable to their constituency for what they do in their locality. But no one will be responsible for how the country will run.
(vi) The role of an opposition party in a democracy necessitates the existence of political parties.
(vii) As societies become large and complex, they also need some agencies to gather different views on various issues and to present these to the government, that’s why, political parties are
needed. (Any three)
2. Describe the role of political parties in India. U [CBSE SQP, 2020]
Ans. Role of Political Parties:
(i) Parties contest elections.
(ii) Parties put forward different policies and programmes.
(iii) Parties form and run the government.
(iv) Parties that lose in the election play the role of opposition.
(v) Parties shape public opinion.
(vi) Parties provide people access to government machinery and welfare schemes.
(Any other relevant point) [½ × 6 = 3]
[CBSE Marking Scheme, 2019]
COMMONLY MADE ERROR
Instead of role students have discussed about functions of the Political party.
ANSWERING TIP
In this answer the role or the characteristics of any political party should be discussed.
3. Explain the three components of ‘Political Party’. U [Delhi Set-II, 2019]
OR
Analyse the three components of a Political party. U [Board Term–II, OD Set--III, 2016]
OR
Describe the three components of a Political party.
Ans. Three components of Political party:
(i) The leaders.
(ii) The active members.
(iii) The followers.
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Detailed Answer:
The three components of the political parties are:
(i) Leaders: The leaders are those who take major decisions of the party and their decisions are the
supreme command for the party.
(ii) Active Members: Another component of political party is the active members who contest elections for the party and are elected as representatives.
(iii) Followers: The last one is the followers who support a political party and in elections make their party victorious.
COMMONLY MADE ERROR
Students are confused between the role of active members and followers of the party.
ANSWERING TIP
The three components and their role in the party should be discussed briefly.
4. Explain any three functions of Opposition Political Parties. U [Delhi Set-III, 2019]
Ans. Functions of Opposition Political Parties are:
1. Those parties that lose in the elections play the role of opposition to the parties in power.
2. Criticizing the government for its failures or wrong policies.
3. Opposition parties mobilize opposition to the government.
4. Shape public opinion.
(Any three) 1×3=3
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Detailed Answer:
Three functions of Opposition Political Parties are:
(i) The main function of an Opposition Party is to force the ruling party or the party in power to function properly and fulfill their promises made during the electoral campaign.
(ii) They are very important for any bill to pass or any law to implement in the House of the Legislature.
(iii) Because in a democracy such as India, a complete majority is not possible therefore, opposition parties also hold power in certain areas and are equally
important.
COMMONLY MADE ERROR
Instead of the functions of the Opposition Party,
few students have mentioned the functions of
the Ruling Party.
ANSWERING TIP
Mention the functions of only Opposition
Party, not the functions of P olitical Party.
5. Describe any three main features of Two-party
system. A [Board Term-II, 2015]
Ans. Main features of the Two-party system:
(i) Power usually changes between two parties, several other parties may exist.
(ii) In such a system, people get a clear choice.
(iii) The party that wins the majority forms the government and the other sits in Opposition.
(iv) Strong opposition is good for democracy.
(v) Prompt decisions are taken and implemented.
(vi) More development and less corruption.
(Any three) 1 × 3 = 3
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6. What is a Multi-party system? Why has India adopted a Multi-party system? Explain.
U [Board Term–II, 2015]
Ans. Multi-party system: If several parties compete for power and more than two parties have a reasonable chance of coming to power either on their strength or in alliance with others, we call it a Multi-party system. India adopted a Multi-party system because:
(i) There is social and geographical diversity in India.
(ii) India is such a large country, which is not easily absorbed by two or three parties.
(iii) The system allows a variety of interests and opinions to enjoy political representation.
(Any two) 1 + 2 = 3
[CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015]
COMMONLY MADE ERROR
The purpose of formation of Multi-party system
is overlooked and not mentioned in the answer.
The aspect of diversity should be discussed.
ANSWERING TIP
7. What do you understand by the Bi-party system?
Write its one merit and one demerit. E + U
Ans. Bi-party system:
In some countries, power usually changes between
the two main parties. It is also known as the two
party system. In this system, the government is
formed by one party and the other plays the role
of opposition.
Merit: This system allows stability of the
government as no coalition is there.
Demerit: In this system, only two main parties
have a serious chance of winning majority seats to
form the government. 1+1+1=3
8. How are Political Parties recognized as Regional
and National Parties in India? Explain with
examples. U [Delhi Set- I, 2019]
Ans. Regional and National Parties:
The Election Commission gives regulation to the
parties as a regional and national parties on the
following basis:
(i) Regional Party:
(a) A party to secure at least six per cent of
the total votes in an election to the Legislative
Assembly of a state and win at least two seats.
(b) Example: Trinamool Congress, Shiv Sena,
DMK, etc.
(ii) National Party:
(a) A party that secures at least six per cent of the total
votes in Lok Sabha election or Assembly in four states
and wins at least four seats in the Lok Sabha.
(b) For example: BJP, Indian National Congress,
etc. 1½ + 1½ = 3
[CBSE Marking Scheme, 2019]
Detailed Answer:
In India, Political Parties are recognized as Regional
and National parties in the following ways:
(i) A Regional Party refers to the party that obtains a
minimum of 6% of the total votes in State Assembly
elections and acquires a minimum of two seats.
On the contrary, if a party occupies 6% of the total
votes polled in the elections of the lower house of
Parliament or Legislative Assembly elections in four
states and gains four seats in the lower house then
that party is granted the status of the National Party.
(ii) A Regional Party’s symbol can be changed and
repeated in another state. Conversely, the symbol
of a National Party is permanent which cannot be
repeated.
(iii) A Regional Party influences a particular region or
state. In contrast, a National Party influences over
the entire country.
(iv) A Regional Party must win seats of at least two
states. While, a national party must win seats in at
least four States.
(v) A Regional Party aims at promoting regional
interest. On the other end, a national Party aims at
resolving National and International Issues.
Examples of national parties: BJP, CPI (M), INC, BSP, etc.
Examples of regional parties: AAP, Shiv Sena, All
India Forward Bloc, etc.
(Any three points along with examples)
Few students have not mentioned the 2nd part
of the question i.e. examples of each party.
COMMONLY MADE ERROR
Percentage of votes, seats (data) should be
remembered properly before writing this
answer.
ANSWERING TIP
9. “Nearly every one of the State Parties wants to
get an opportunity to be a part of one or the other
national level coalition.” Support the statement
with arguments.
A [Board Term-II, Delhi Set-III, 2016]
Ans. State Parties seeking National Level Coalition:
Before the general elections of 2014, in three
General Elections, no one National Party
was able to secure on its own a majority in
Lok Sabha. As a result, the national parties
were compelled to form alliances with state or
regional parties. Since 1996, nearly every one of
the state parties has got an opportunity to be a
part of one or the other National Level Coalition
Government.
This has contributed to the strengthening of
Federalism and Democracy.
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10. What is meant by ‘Regional Political Party’? State
the conditions required to be recognized as a
‘Regional Political Party’.
U [Board Term-II, Delhi Set-I, II, III, 2016]
Ans. A Regional Party is a party that is present in
only some states.
Conditions required for a party to be recognized
as a Regional Political Party are:
(i) A Party that secures at least six per cent of the total
votes in an election to the Legislative Assembly of a
State.
(ii) Wins at least two seats in the Legislative Assembly.
[CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016] 1 + 2 = 3
11. Describe about the ideology and organization of
Bahujan Samaj Party.
A [Board Term-II 2016]
Ans. Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) was formed in 1984
under the leadership of Kanshi Ram. Its main
aim is that it seeks to represent and secure
power for the Bahujan Samaj which includes
the Dalits and Adivasis, OBCs and Religious
Minorities.
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12. What is a Political Party? State any two points of
the ideology of Bharatiya Janta Party?
U [Board Term-II 2016]
Ans. A Political Party is a group of people who come
together to contest elections and hold power in
the government. They agree on some policies
and programmes for the society with a view to
promoting the collective good.
The Ideology of BJP:
(i) Wants full territorial and political integration of
Jammu and Kashmir with India.
(ii) A uniform civil code for all people living in the
Country irrespective of Religion.
(iii) Cultural Nationalism. (Any two) 1 + 2 = 3
[CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016]
13. What is meant by a ‘National Political Party’? State
the conditions required to be a National Political
Party. U [Board Term-II, Delhi I, II, III, 2016]
Ans. National Political Parties have units in the
various States, they follow the same policies,
programmes and strategy that is decided at the
National level.
Conditions required:
(i) A party that secures at least 6% of the total votes
in general elections of Lok Sabha or Assembly
elections in four states.
(ii) Wins at least 4 seats in Lok Sabha.
[CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016] 1 + 2 = 3
14. Name the ‘Regional Political Parties’ that are
predominant in Jharkhand, Maharashtra and
Odisha respectively with their symbols.
Ans. Jharkhand—JMM—Jharkhand Mukti Morcha, its
symbol is Bow & Arrow.
Maharashtra—INC—Indian National Congress,
its symbol is Hand.
Odisha—BJD—Biju Janata Dal, its symbol is
Conch. 1 × 3 = 3
15. Name any six ‘Regional Political Parties’ of the
four Southern States of India. R [O.E.B.]
Ans. Tamil Nadu — AIADMK (All India Dravida
Munnetra Kazhagam), DMK.
Andhra Pradesh — Telugu Desam, Lok Satta
Kerala — Kerala Congress (Joseph)
Puducherry — AINRC (All India N. R. Congress)
½ × 6 = 3
16. State the conditions as laid down by the Election
Commission to recognize a ‘State Party’ and
‘National Party’. U [O.E.B.]
Ans. The difference between a State and a National
Party can be identified as follows:
(i) In a State Party, the party members aim to highlight
regional interests. On the other hand, a national
Party gives due importance to national interests.
(ii) A State Party can contest in elections only in a
particular state, whereas a national party can
contest in elections all across the Country.
(iii) Example: BJP and Congress are National Parties,
whereas Akali Dal and Trinamool Congress are
State-level Parties.
17. Name the National Political Party which espouses
secularism and welfare of weaker sections and
minorities. Mention any four features of that
party. R [O.E.B.]
Ans. The National Political Party which espouses
secularism and the welfare of weaker sections and
minorities in the Indian National Congress.
Four features of this party are as listed below:
(i) Founded in 1885.
(ii) Dominated Indian Politics, both at the national
and State levels, for several decades after India’s
Independence.
(iii) Ruling party at the centre till 1977 and then from
1980 to 1989. After 1989, its support declined.
(iv) A centrist party (neither rightist nor leftist) in its
ideological orientation. 1 + ½ × 4 = 3
18. Exhibit the role of money and muscle power
among Political Parties during Elections.
A [CBSE SQP, 2018-19]
OR
How do money and muscle power play an
important role in Elections? Explain.
U [Board Term-II, OD Set-II, 2015]
Ans. Role of money and muscle power among
Political Parties during Elections:
(i) Since Parties are focused only on winning
elections, they tend to use shortcuts to win
Elections.
(ii) They tend to nominate those Candidates who
have or can raise lots of money.
(iii) Rich people and companies who give funds to
the parties tend to influence on the Policies and
Decisions of the Party.
(iv) In some cases, Parties support criminals who
can win elections.
(v) Democrats all over the world are worried
about the increasing role of rich people and big
companies in Democratic Politics.
(Any three) 1×3=3
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19. Which three challenges do you feel are being faced
by Political Parties in India? Give your opinion.
A [Board Term-II, OD Set-I, 2016]
OR
What are the various challenges faced by Political
Parties? A
Ans. The three challenges faced by political parties
in India are:
(i) Lack of Internal democracy.
(ii) Challenge of Dynastic succession.
(iii) Growing role of money and muscle power.
(iv) Often parties do not seem to offer a meaningful
choice to the voters.
(Any three) 1 × 3 = 3
[CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016]
20. “Serious efforts were made by the legal
organizations to reform political parties in India.”
Support the statement. A [Board Term-II, 2015]
Ans. Efforts made by the legal organizations to
reform Political Parties in India are:
(i) To check defection, the Constitution was
amended to prevent elected MLA’s and MPS’s
from changing Parties.
(ii) The Supreme Court passed an order to reduce
the influence of money and criminals, by
making it mandatory to produce an affidavit
giving details of the property and criminal cases
pending against the Candidate.
(iii) The Election Commission passed an order
making it necessary for political parties to hold
their organisational elections and file their
Income tax returns. 1 × 3 = 3
[CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015]
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