When is a democratic atmosphere created in school?
Correct answer: C
A school atmosphere of views and respect is democratic. Exam tip: connect school with broader meaning of democracy.
Civics
Broader meaning of democracy
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In this Class 9 Civics topic from the chapter “What is Democracy? Why Democracy?”, students explore democracy as more than a system of elections and majority rule. They learn how democratic government is connected with public participation, equal treatment, individual rights, accountability, discussion, and respect for differences. The topic also helps students understand why democratic values matter in institutions and everyday social life, and how they shape the relationship between citizens and the government.
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- When only the principal speaks
- When students are never heard
- When students' and teachers' views are respected
- When rules are made by fear
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- Pressure
- Silence
- Fear
- Equal respect
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- Community participation
- Hereditary rule
- Secret rule
- Arbitrariness
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- Like a crime
- As the right to express a view
- Always to be stopped
- Worth creating fear
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- One person's arbitrariness
- Decision by fear
- Shared decision and cooperation
- Only secret orders
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- Listening to employees' reasonable views
- Always keeping employees silent
- Hiding every decision
- Getting work done only through fear
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- Equality
- Participation
- Dialogue
- Thinking limited only to electoral process
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- Democratic behaviour
- Dictatorial behaviour
- Secret behaviour
- Biased behaviour
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- Because only powerful people are important
- Because everyone's dignity is equal
- Because weaker person has no rights
- Because fear is necessary
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- Silencing everyone
- Listening to views and reasons
- Showing fear
- Giving secret orders
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- People's participation
- Heredity
- Secret rule
- Fear
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- Relation of respect and cooperation
- Relation of fear and order
- Relation of hatred and discrimination
- Relation of silence and pressure
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- Democratic functioning
- Complete arbitrariness
- Secret power
- Opposition to members
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- Present one's view respectfully
- Not allow the other to speak
- Threaten
- Insult
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- Respect for views of all members
- Only elder person's order
- Children's voice closed
- Decision by fear
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- Every person getting respect and opportunity
- Only rich people getting opportunity
- Only leader getting respect
- Always silencing some people
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- Representation
- Hereditary rule
- Secret order
- Fear based system
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- Understanding differences and finding solutions
- Frightening people
- Hiding decisions
- Only giving orders
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- Democratic participation
- Secret rule
- Control by one person
- Discrimination
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- Dialogic and respectful citizen
- Fear spreading citizen
- Silent citizen
- Citizen who suppresses others
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- Responsibility and accountability
- Arbitrariness
- Discrimination
- Secret orders
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- Making rules after discussing with affected people
- Making rules without telling anyone
- Enforcing rules by fear
- Making rules only by powerful person's wish
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- Because it is against equal respect
- Because it always conducts elections
- Because it increases dialogue
- Because it increases cooperation
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- Taking views of all concerned people
- Asking only one person
- Telling no one
- Applying decision by fear
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- Because it increases respect and participation
- Because children always rule
- Because elders have no role
- Because no rules are needed at home
Which quality is most necessary in the broader meaning of democracy?
Correct answer: D
In broader democracy equal respect for every person is necessary. Exam tip: treat respect as a democratic value.
If neighbourhood people together decide to clean a park what is it an example of?
Correct answer: A
Participating together in community decisions is part of broader democracy. Exam tip: remember examples from society.
How is disagreement viewed in democratic discussion?
Correct answer: B
In democracy disagreement can be expressed peacefully. Exam tip: keep disagreement and dialogue together.
What does the broader meaning of democracy promote?
Correct answer: C
Broader democracy values shared decisions and cooperation. Exam tip: understand cooperation as democratic behaviour.
Which would be a democratic method at a workplace?
Correct answer: A
Listening to views and giving respect at workplace is a democratic method. Exam tip: treat workplace also as an example.
The broader meaning of democracy is different from what?
Correct answer: D
Broader democracy goes beyond elections into everyday behaviour. Exam tip: write the meaning beyond elections.
If a teacher decides an activity after taking students' suggestions what kind of behaviour is it?
Correct answer: A
A democratic decision includes the participation of the people who are affected by it. In a classroom, students are members of the group, so asking for their suggestions gives them a chance to express needs and ideas. The teacher may still make the final decision, especially to keep the activity suitable and organised, but listening to students makes the process more participatory and respectful. This is an example of democracy in everyday life.
Option A, “Democratic behaviour,” is correct because the teacher consults students before deciding. A dictatorial approach would impose a decision without hearing anyone. The act is not secret, since suggestions are openly requested, and it is not necessarily biased because all students can contribute. The example shows that democracy is not limited to elections; it also involves consultation, participation, and respect in ordinary group decisions.
Why is listening to a weaker person's voice important in a democratic society?
Correct answer: B
In democracy every person's dignity and voice matter. Exam tip: remember respect for both weak and strong.
In the broader meaning of democracy what is considered better before taking a decision?
Correct answer: B
The direct answer is B: listening to views and reasons. A democratic decision is stronger when people can express different opinions and explain why they hold them. Step by step: first identify the issue; then invite affected people to speak; listen to their views; examine the reasons and evidence; finally make a considered decision. Listening does not mean accepting every suggestion, but it shows inclusion and allows better judgment. Option A, silencing everyone, removes participation and prevents useful information. Option B is correct because dialogue and reasons are central to broad democracy. Option C, showing fear, replaces discussion with pressure and is not democratic. Option D, giving secret orders, avoids transparency and consultation. Exam cue: before a democratic decision, think dialogue, reasons, and respectful listening.
If people openly present their problems in a village meeting which democratic value does it show?
Correct answer: A
Openly presenting problems is an example of participation and expression. Exam tip: remember examples like village meeting.
The broader meaning of democracy improves which relation among citizens?
Correct answer: A
Democratic behaviour increases respect and cooperation among citizens. Exam tip: connect social relations with democracy.
If office bearers in an organisation take decisions after consulting members what does it indicate?
Correct answer: A
The direct answer is A: democratic functioning. Office bearers are people given responsibility to work for an organisation. When they consult members, they share information, hear different views and allow participation before deciding. The fact chain is: consultation gives members a voice; a voice creates participation; participation is a central democratic feature. Therefore A is correct. B, complete arbitrariness, means deciding without rules or consultation, which is the opposite. C, secret power, suggests hiding decisions rather than discussing them. D, opposition to members, would mean acting against members, whereas consultation includes them. Consultation does not guarantee that every opinion will win, but it makes the process more accountable and inclusive. Exam cue: consultation plus participation usually indicates democratic functioning.
In democratic behaviour what should one do when disagreeing with another person's view?
Correct answer: A
Disagreement should also be expressed with respect. Exam tip: treat civil dialogue as democratic behaviour.
Which idea does the broader meaning of democracy extend to family life?
Correct answer: A
Respect and dialogue are democratic values even in family. Exam tip: use family life as an example too.
What does equality mean in the broader meaning of democracy?
Correct answer: A
Equal respect and opportunity are important in broader democracy. Exam tip: connect equality with daily life.
If representatives in a student council present students' problems what does it show?
Correct answer: A
Representatives help present others' voices. Exam tip: treat representation as a democratic value.
What is the purpose of dialogue in the broader meaning of democracy?
Correct answer: A
In the broader meaning of democracy, dialogue allows people to understand different views and disagreements. By listening to all sides, people can work towards agreement or a fair solution; therefore, option A is correct. Frightening people, hiding decisions, or merely giving orders goes against democratic dialogue. Exam tip: link dialogue in democracy with participation, exchange of views, and peaceful resolution.
If all members in a club get a chance to speak what is it an example of?
Correct answer: A
Giving a chance to speak indicates participation and respect. Exam tip: treat small groups like clubs as examples too.
What kind of citizen does the broader meaning of democracy teach us to become?
Correct answer: A
The direct answer is A, Dialogic and respectful citizen. A democratic citizen does not merely obey silently or try to control others. Such a citizen listens, explains ideas, asks questions, accepts lawful differences and searches for solutions through dialogue. Step by step: democracy values each person; dialogue lets people exchange reasons; respect protects the dignity of those with different views; therefore democratic citizenship is dialogic and respectful. Option A is correct because it describes discussion and equal regard. Option B is wrong because spreading fear damages trust and freedom. Option C is wrong because permanent silence prevents participation and accountability. Option D is wrong because suppressing others is domination, not citizenship. Being respectful does not mean agreeing with everything; it means disagreeing without humiliation or violence. Exam cue: democratic behaviour is dialogue plus respect.
Along with power what else does the broader meaning of democracy emphasise?
Correct answer: A
In broader democracy accountability is necessary along with power. Exam tip: remember power and accountability together.
Which is the correct example of making rules democratically?
Correct answer: A
Taking views of affected people while making rules is a democratic method. Exam tip: connect rules and participation.
Why is unequal treatment considered wrong in the broader meaning of democracy?
Correct answer: A
Democracy emphasises equal respect and fair treatment. Exam tip: understand discrimination as against democratic values.
If everyone is affected by a decision what would be the democratic method?
Correct answer: A
When a decision affects everyone their views are important. Exam tip: remember participation of affected people.
Why is listening to children's views important in a democratic home?
Correct answer: A
Listening to children treats them as respected members. Exam tip: write example of dialogue in family.
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