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Power sharing is a fundamental principle of democracy where government authority is distributed among different branches and levels. In India, power is sha

Power Sharing MCQs with Answers & Explanations

Q1. The principle of power sharing among different organs of government is called:

  1. Federalism
  2. Separation of powers ✓ (correct)
  3. Democracy
  4. Decentralization

Q2. Which of the following is an example of power sharing between different tiers of government?

  1. Union and State governments ✓ (correct)
  2. Central government only
  3. Local bodies only
  4. Military rule

Q3. The Indian Constitution is based on which system of government?

  1. Presidential
  2. Parliamentary ✓ (correct)
  3. Monarchical
  4. Authoritarian

Q4. Who is the head of state in India?

  1. Prime Minister
  2. President ✓ (correct)
  3. Chief Minister
  4. Speaker of Lok Sabha

Q5. The Lok Sabha is the:

  1. Upper House of Parliament
  2. Lower House of Parliament ✓ (correct)
  3. State Assembly
  4. Municipal Council

Q6. The power to make laws is vested in:

  1. Executive
  2. Judiciary
  3. Legislature ✓ (correct)
  4. Military

Q7. Which of the following is a responsibility of the Judiciary?

  1. Make laws
  2. Enforce laws
  3. Interpret laws ✓ (correct)
  4. Both make and enforce laws

Q8. India is a:

  1. Unitary state
  2. Federal state ✓ (correct)
  3. Confederal state
  4. Monarchy

Q9. The Rajya Sabha is the:

  1. Lower House of Parliament
  2. Upper House of Parliament ✓ (correct)
  3. State Assembly
  4. Election Commission

Q10. Which body is responsible for advising the President on matters of state?

  1. Lok Sabha
  2. Rajya Sabha
  3. Council of Ministers ✓ (correct)
  4. Supreme Court

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the Indian Constitution ensure power sharing?

Through federalism, separation of powers, and constitutional provisions that distribute authority among Union, State, and local governments.

What are the benefits of power sharing in a democracy?

Power sharing prevents concentration of authority, ensures accountability, protects minority interests, and promotes stable governance.

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