Which action is wrong in a democratic election?
Correct answer: C
Threatening voters is against free voting. In exams treat threats as undemocratic methods.
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What makes an election democratic?
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Easy · Level 41 · elections,voter-threat,undemocratic
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- Informing voters
- Releasing manifesto
- Threatening voters
- Holding regular voting
Easy · Level 41 · elections,candidate-contact,voter-information
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- So people can know their views
- So votes can be hidden
- So voters' list is removed
- So election is postponed
Easy · Level 41 · elections,secret-ballot,free-environment
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- By fear and pressure
- By secret ballot and free environment
- By vote buying
- By only one candidate
Easy · Level 41 · elections,equal-opportunity,fair-election
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- Fearful
- Secret-rule based
- Fair
- Undemocratic
Easy · Level 41 · elections,change-government,real-possibility
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- No possibility
- Only king permits
- Result is pre-decided
- Real possibility exists
Easy · Level 41 · elections,transparency,trust
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- To increase trust and fairness
- To frighten voters
- To hide result
- To stop votes
Easy · Level 41 · elections,voter-access,participation
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- Electoral participation
- Language of manifesto
- Candidate age
- Colour of voting machine
Easy · Level 41 · elections,equal-vote,democratic-election
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- Every voter gets equal vote value
- Some voters' votes are not counted
- Voters are threatened
- Result is pre-decided
Easy · Level 41 · elections,free-press,information
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- They help voters make better decisions
- They stop voting
- They remove opposition
- They buy votes
Easy · Level 41 · elections,counting,legitimacy
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- Correct and fair
- Secretly changed
- Only by ruling party
- Without rules
Easy · Level 41 · elections,inclusive-election,no-discrimination
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- Inclusive democratic election
- Monarchical election
- Foreign control
- Secret rule
Easy · Level 41 · elections,voter-freedom,choice
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- Voter's freedom
- Ban on voting
- Permanence of government
- Pre-fixed result
Easy · Level 41 · elections,real-competition,choice
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- Voters have more than one meaningful choice
- All candidates are removed
- No voting happens
- Result is fixed beforehand
Easy · Level 41 · elections,public-trust,fair-process
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- When rules are equal and process is fair
- When votes are bought
- When voters are afraid
- When results are hidden
Easy · Level 41 · elections,voters-right,choice
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- Eligible voters
- Only king
- Only officials
- Only rich people
Easy · Level 40 · free choice,voter freedom,democratic election
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- Free choice
- Hereditary rule
- Ban on voting
- Pre decided result
Easy · Level 41 · elections,fair-competition,campaign
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- Fair competition
- Stopping voting
- Secret result
- Foreign control
Easy · Level 41 · elections,voting-right,free-voting
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- Any person using unfair pressure
- Voters' list
- Polling station
- Secret ballot
Easy · Level 41 · elections,accepting-results,peaceful-process
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- Peaceful democratic process
- Voter fear
- Vote buying
- Pre-fixed result
Easy · Level 41 · elections,candidate-information,informed-choice
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- So they can compare and make the right choice
- So voting stops
- So result is hidden
- So only one party remains
Why is it necessary to allow candidates to meet people in elections?
Correct answer: A
People can decide better after knowing candidates' views. In exams connect candidate dialogue with electoral information.
View question detailsWhat protects the voter's choice in a democratic election?
Correct answer: B
Secret ballot and free environment protect voters' choice. In exams remember both together.
View question detailsIf all candidates get equal opportunity in an election what can the election be called?
Correct answer: C
Equal opportunity is a sign of fair elections. In exams connect fairness with candidate opportunity.
View question detailsIn a democratic election what condition should exist for people to change the government?
Correct answer: D
A democratic election must have a real possibility of changing government. In exams remember real competition.
View question detailsWhy is transparency important in elections?
Correct answer: A
Transparency increases public trust in elections. In exams connect transparency with fairness.
View question detailsIf voters face unfair obstacles in reaching polling stations what will be affected?
Correct answer: A
Unfair obstacles reduce voters' participation. In exams connect accessible voting with democratic elections.
View question detailsWhich option is correct in a democratic election?
Correct answer: A
Equal vote value is a basic condition of democratic elections. In exams remember political equality.
View question detailsWhy are free press and information helpful in elections?
Correct answer: A
Free information helps voters understand candidates and issues. In exams remember the importance of media and information.
View question detailsAfter voting in a democratic election how should counting be done?
Correct answer: A
Correct and fair counting shows people's real choice. In exams connect counting with legitimacy of results.
View question detailsAllowing all voters to vote without discrimination indicates what?
Correct answer: A
Voting right without discrimination makes elections inclusive. In exams connect inclusion with franchise.
View question detailsIf a voter can change their choice in an election what becomes clear?
Correct answer: A
Voters should have freedom to change their choice. In exams connect free choice with electoral democracy.
View question detailsWhat is the simplest meaning of real competition in elections?
Correct answer: A
In real competition voters have choices and chance to choose. In exams treat competition as a democratic condition.
View question detailsWhen does public trust in the electoral process increase?
Correct answer: A
Equal rules and fair process increase trust in elections. In exams connect trust with fairness.
View question detailsWho has the right to express choice in a democratic election?
Correct answer: A
In democratic elections eligible voters express their choice by voting. In exams remember voters' rights.
View question detailsIf a voter can freely vote for a different candidate in an election which feature does this show?
Correct answer: A
Free choice is a key feature of a democratic election. Exam tip: connect voter freedom with fair election.
View question detailsIf all candidates get a chance to campaign according to rules which feature is strengthened?
Correct answer: A
Campaigning under equal rules strengthens fair competition. In exams connect campaign opportunity with electoral fairness.
View question detailsIn a democratic election who should not stop an eligible voter from voting?
Correct answer: A
An eligible voter has the right to vote without unfair pressure. In exams connect voting right with free voting.
View question detailsIf the losing party accepts the result in an election which democratic value is strengthened?
Correct answer: A
Accepting results makes peaceful transfer of power possible. In exams treat acceptance of defeat as democratic maturity.
View question detailsWhy should voters get information about many candidates in a democratic election?
Correct answer: A
Information about different candidates helps voters make better decisions. In exams connect information with informed choice.
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