Class 10 Outcomes of Democracy Mock Test (CBSE)

Topics in Outcomes of Democracy

• Assessing democracy's outcomes
• Accountable, responsive and legitimate government
• Economic growth and development
• Reduction of inequality and poverty
• Accommodation of social diversity
• Dignity and freedom of the citizens

Outcomes of Democracy practice questions with answers

1. Q1Multiple choice·1 mark
   When comparing the economic growth rates between democratic and dictatorial regimes based on historical data from 1950 to 2000, what is generally observed?

   1. (a)Dictatorships have a slightly higher rate of economic growth
   2. (b)Democracies completely eradicate economic disparities
   3. (c)There is no difference whatsoever between the two systems
   4. (d)Democracies consistently outperform dictatorships in economic growth
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   1. Correct option: (a) Dictatorships have a slightly higher rate of economic growth+1

   Answer: (a)
2. Q2Multiple choice·1 mark
   Which of the following is considered the most basic and vital outcome of democracy?

   1. (a)Complete elimination of poverty and corruption
   2. (b)Rapid industrialization through centralized planning
   3. (c)An accountable, responsive and legitimate government
   4. (d)Military dominance in national security matters
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   1. Correct option: (c) An accountable, responsive and legitimate government+1

   Answer: (c)
3. Q3Short answer·2 marks
   State any two reasons why democracies often fall short of reducing economic inequalities and poverty, despite establishing political equality.
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   1. First reason, any one of: a small number of ultra-rich people enjoy a highly disproportionate and growing share of wealth and incomes; the incomes of those at the bottom of society have been declining, leaving them very little to depend upon; though the poor form a large part of the voters, governments do not give their needs (food, jobs, basic services) enough priority; political equality (one vote each) does not by itself redistribute wealth or give the poor land, education and resources; or any other valid reason.+1
   2. Second reason, a different one from the same list.+1

   Answer: Any two of: a small number of ultra-rich people hold a highly disproportionate and growing share of wealth and income; the incomes of the poorest have been falling, leaving them little to depend on; governments do not give enough priority to the needs of the poor even though they form a large part of the voters; equal voting rights do not by themselves redistribute wealth or resources.

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