Question 1 Medium Level 52
Why are polling and counting considered separate stages? A Votes are cast in polling and results are found in counting B Both involve only campaigning C Candidates file nominations in both D Electoral roll is prepared in both
Correct answer: A Polling and counting are different stages of the election process. In exams, keep the sequence of stages clear.
View question details Question 2 Medium Level 52
What does a voter slip help with at the polling station? A Quickly finding voter information B Casting vote automatically C Changing a candidate D Stopping counting
Correct answer: A A voter slip helps locate details in the roll. In exams, remember it is not always a complete substitute for identity proof.
View question details Question 3 Medium Level 52
Why are only valid votes considered in counting? A Because the result must be correct and according to rules B Because invalid votes are always more C Because electoral roll is not needed D Because campaigning continues
Correct answer: A Valid votes show the real support for candidates. In exams, connect validity with following rules.
View question details Question 4 Medium Level 52
Voting in someone else’s name at a polling station would be called what? A Electoral malpractice or bogus voting B Free voting C Secret voting D Regular counting
Correct answer: A Voting in another person’s name is wrong and illegal. In exams, connect it with measures to prevent bogus voting.
View question details Question 5 Medium Level 52
Why is it wrong to force a voter to reveal their choice during polling? A It violates the right to secret voting and the voter’s freedom of choice B It increases the number of voters recorded in the electoral roll C It speeds up the process of recording votes in the EVM D It reduces the number of candidates during vote counting
Correct answer: A Voting must be secret so that every voter can choose a candidate without fear, pressure or influence. Forcing a voter to disclose their choice violates the right to a secret ballot and the freedom to vote independently. It has no connection with the size of the electoral roll or the speed of an EVM. Exam tip: Link secret ballot with a voter’s free and fair choice.
View question details Question 6 Medium Level 52
Why is the EVM prepared before polling? A So that correct candidates and symbols are set B So that electoral roll is removed C So that campaigning starts D So that results are declared earlier
Correct answer: A Preparing the EVM lets voters see the correct choices. In exams, treat it as technical preparation for polling.
View question details Question 7 Medium Level 52
What is the main purpose of strict supervision at the counting centre? A To ensure fair and reliable results B To make voters vote again C To play campaign songs D To change polling date
Correct answer: A Supervision reduces chances of error and bias in counting. In exams, connect it with trustworthy results.
View question details Question 8 Medium Level 52
Why is an unauthorised crowd near a polling station a problem? A It may create pressure and disorder for voters B It improves electoral roll C It completes counting immediately D It increases candidates’ qualifications
Correct answer: A Crowding can create fear and obstruction. In exams, write it as a threat to peaceful polling.
View question details Question 9 Medium Level 52
Why are both electoral roll and identity checking important in polling? A They confirm eligible and genuine voters B They show candidate’s property C They decide election campaign D They decorate counting centres
Correct answer: A The roll shows eligibility and identity confirms the real person. In exams, link both with preventing bogus voting.
View question details Question 10 Medium Level 52
Why are new votes not accepted after polling ends? A To ensure fixed polling hours and the same rules for all voters B To stop verifying voters’ identities at the polling station C To remove candidates from the election D To keep the counting results secret
Correct answer: A A fixed closing time ensures that the same rules apply to all voters and candidates. Accepting fresh votes after that time could affect equality and fairness in the polling process. Verifying a voter’s identity is a procedure during polling, so option B is not the reason. Exam tip: Link fixed election timings with fairness and equal opportunity.
View question details Question 11 Medium Level 52
Why is verification done before declaring the result in counting? A To reduce errors and ensure the correct result B To restart polling C To change voter’s age D To increase campaigning
Correct answer: A Verification increases accuracy and trust in the result. In exams, write it as a precaution before final declaration.
View question details Question 12 Medium Level 52
Why is it necessary to have impartial officials at polling stations? A So that they do not favour any party B So that they campaign C So that they force voters D So that they decide results themselves
Correct answer: A Impartial officials make the process trustworthy. In exams, write impartiality as a condition of democratic elections.
View question details Question 13 Medium Level 52
Taking votes by bribing voters during polling violates what? A The principle of free and fair elections B Decoration of polling booth C Speed of counting D Candidate’s education
Correct answer: A Bribery affects a voter’s free choice. In exams, write it as an example of electoral corruption.
View question details Question 14 Medium Level 52
Which is a correct sign of successful polling? A Voters cast votes peacefully and freely B A party captured the booth C Voters returned in fear D Result changed before counting
Correct answer: A Successful polling includes peace, freedom, and rule-following. In exams, remember these three points.
View question details Question 15 Medium Level 52
Why is it necessary to accept the counting result democratically? A It respects people’s votes and the electoral process B It is a way to stop voting C It is a condition to start campaigning D It removes electoral roll
Correct answer: A After proper counting, the result shows the democratic mandate. In exams, connect it with the term mandate.
View question details Question 16 Medium Level 52
Why is booth capturing considered a serious incident at a polling station? A It destroys voters’ free choice B It strengthens secret voting C It makes counting more transparent D It makes voter identification easier
Correct answer: A Booth capturing is a serious malpractice against fair elections. In exams, write it as a threat to democracy.
View question details Question 17 Medium Level 52
Why is record-keeping necessary in polling and counting? A For verification and accountability of the process B To make voters candidates C To hide campaign expenses D To change polling station
Correct answer: A Records clarify the process during disputes or verification. In exams, connect it with accountable election administration.
View question details Question 18 Medium Level 52
Giving equal opportunity to all eligible voters at a polling station is related to which principle? A Political equality B Hereditary rule C One-party rule D Secret counting
Correct answer: A Equal opportunity gives equal value to every eligible voter’s vote. In exams, connect it with one person one vote.
View question details Question 19 Medium Level 52
What is strengthened when the whole process from polling to counting is fair? A Public trust in democracy B Campaign rumours C Possibility of bogus voting D Pressure on voters
Correct answer: A Fair polling and counting increase trust in election results. In exams, connect it with democratic confidence.
View question details Question 20 Medium Level 51
Why do candidates' representatives remain present during vote counting? A To observe the process and ensure transparency B To make voters cast votes C To change EVMs D To decorate polling booths
Correct answer: A Representatives observe counting and increase trust in fairness. In exams link it with a transparent election process.
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