Question 1 Expert Level 47
Why is using false images on campaign posters improper? A Because it misleads voters B Because it reduces polling booths C Because it increases the voter list D Because it brings the election date forward
Correct answer: A False images create wrong impressions. Exam tip: write truthful campaigning as an ethical standard.
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What may repeated focus on one issue by a candidate indicate? A The candidate is presenting that issue as a main electoral agenda B The candidate only wants changes in the vote-counting process C The candidate is demanding a change in polling-station locations D The candidate is preparing to withdraw the nomination
Correct answer: A When a candidate repeatedly stresses an issue, it usually means that the candidate is presenting it as a major priority or central electoral agenda before voters. It does not directly indicate a concern about counting, a demand to shift polling stations, or withdrawal of nomination. Exam tip: in campaign-related questions, repeated emphasis usually signals issue priority.
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What may be the biggest challenge for an independent candidate in campaigning? A Limited resources and less organisational support B Excessive government security C Too many ballot boxes D The constituency ending
Correct answer: A Independent candidates usually lack strong party machinery. Exam tip: focus on resource and organisation limitations.
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Why do political parties use workers in election campaigns? A To spread messages and gather support B To delay counting C To change constituencies D To stop voting
Correct answer: A Workers contact people at the ground level. Exam tip: understand party workers as the campaign network.
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In a democratic campaign, what should be the difference between criticism and abuse? A Criticism should target issues, not insult the person B Criticism has no place C Abuse should always be encouraged D Both are equally correct
Correct answer: A In democratic campaigning, issues are criticised, not persons insulted. Exam tip: remember issue-based criticism.
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What is the role of the Election Commission in ensuring correct information reaches voters? A Making rules and ensuring their enforcement B Only campaigning C Choosing only the winner D Printing all posters
Correct answer: A The Election Commission supervises rules so that information and process remain correct. Exam tip: remember its supervisory role.
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Why should nomination and campaigning be understood separately? A Nomination is entry into the election and campaigning is the process of gathering support B Both happen on the same day C Neither is related to voting D Nomination happens after campaigning
Correct answer: A Nomination officially puts the candidate in the contest, and then campaigning begins. Exam tip: clearly separate the two stages.
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If religious appeals are made during campaigning, which principle is violated? A Secularism and fairness B Mathematical logic C Geographical equality D Agricultural production
Correct answer: A Religious appeals can divide voting. Exam tip: treat secular campaigning as a democratic ideal.
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What kind of election promise should a good candidate make? A Realistic, clear, and achievable B Popular but impossible to fulfil with available resources C Made only to entertain voters D Unrelated to the problems of the people
Correct answer: A A good candidate’s promise should be based on real conditions, available resources, and people’s needs. Therefore, it must be clear, practical, and achievable. A promise that is popular but cannot be fulfilled with available resources is not credible. Exam tip: assess election promises by their feasibility and public interest.
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Why can street meetings sometimes be more useful than stages and halls for public outreach in elections? A They allow local and informal interaction B They are only for the rich C They operate voting machines D They decide the winner
Correct answer: A Street meetings give direct interaction among ordinary people. Exam tip: write the benefit of informal public contact.
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Why has the use of social media in election campaigning increased? A It is fast, low-cost, and widely spread B It changes voting rules C It works only at booth level D It fills nomination papers
Correct answer: A Social media spreads messages quickly, but it also carries misinformation risk. Exam tip: write both speed and reach.
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Why is it important to write a candidate's policies in election pamphlets? A So that voters can compare and decide B So that ballot papers become smaller C So that elections are cancelled quickly D So that voting age decreases
Correct answer: A Writing policies prevents campaigns from becoming mere slogan-shouting. Exam tip: emphasise informed choice.
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What behaviour is expected toward rival parties in a fair election campaign? A Respectful criticism within rules B Threats and violence C Capturing the polling booth D Tearing nomination papers
Correct answer: A In democracy, rival parties are competitors, not enemies. Exam tip: write respectful competition.
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Which democratic idea is strengthened by attaching an affidavit with the nomination form? A Transparency B Ending secret ballot C One-party rule D No government control
Correct answer: A An affidavit gives voters essential information. Exam tip: connect transparency with electoral accountability.
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If a candidate spreads false rumours repeatedly during campaigning, what should voters do? A They should verify information from reliable sources B Cancel voting immediately C Stop counting D Change the constituency
Correct answer: A Voters should not believe every campaign claim. Exam tip: write source verification as a sign of wisdom.
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Why is it necessary to increase voter awareness during election campaigns? A So that people choose the right candidate thoughtfully B So that people avoid voting C So that only leaders decide D So that the voter list is removed
Correct answer: A Aware voters strengthen democracy. Exam tip: connect awareness with free and responsible voting.
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What is the final democratic purpose of the whole process from nomination to campaigning? A To elect representatives according to the people's choice B To give speeches only C To shut polling stations D To replace government employees
Correct answer: A Nomination and campaigning are stages that shape public choice. Exam tip: write representation by choice as the final goal.
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What is the importance of the final list after candidates are scrutinised? A It gives voters clear information about the real choices B It ends counting C It changes voting age D It abolishes the Election Commission
Correct answer: A The final list tells voters who is actually contesting the election. Exam tip: connect the candidate list with voter guidance.
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If money power and muscle power are both misused in campaigning, what effect does it have on democracy? A Free elections become weak B Ballot papers become prettier C The number of polling stations increases D The voter list becomes correct automatically
Correct answer: A Money power and muscle power make electoral competition unfair. Exam tip: remember both as threats to electoral integrity.
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