Civics
Free and fair electoral competition
मुक्त और निष्पक्ष चुनावी प्रतिस्पर्धा
In this Class 9 Civics topic from “What is Democracy? Why Democracy?”, students examine why elections must provide voters with a genuine choice among competing parties and candidates. They learn how clear rules, equal opportunities, regular elections, secret ballots, and independent oversight help make electoral competition fair. The topic also explains how excessive money power, intimidation, unfair use of government resources, or restricted participation can weaken democracy, while meaningful competition makes elected representatives more accountable to citizens.
Practice questions
Why is freedom to become a candidate central in free and fair competition?HardLevel 8If opposition does not get media space to respond in election which ability of voters is affected?HardLevel 8In which situation will both freedom and fairness of election be harmed together?HardLevel 8If election officials hear one candidate's complaints but ignore another's which principle is broken?HardLevel 8If voter turnout is very high but voters are under fear what is the correct evaluation?HardLevel 8What is the purpose of spending limit in fair elections?HardLevel 8If government advertisements run like campaign for one party what danger will arise?HardLevel 8In which situation will voters' choice be considered influenced rather than free?HardLevel 8If election result is announced by authority before counting which condition is broken?HardLevel 8Why is freedom of information important in free and fair electoral competition?HardLevel 8If election rules are repeatedly changed only to harm opposition what will be affected?HardLevel 8Which example shows formal equality but possible real inequality in electoral competition?HardLevel 8Why is biased police action dangerous in fair elections?HardLevel 8If social rumours harm a candidate on false grounds which aspect is affected?HardLevel 8Why is the presence of party representatives useful during counting in a fair election?HardLevel 8If voters get information from only one side before voting why will electoral decision be incomplete?HardLevel 8In which situation will public will be expressed most correctly in electoral competition?HardLevel 8If an election is free but only rich candidates can campaign effectively which question should be considered?HardLevel 8If a candidate is stopped from campaigning by fear of false cases which element is broken?HardLevel 8What is the main purpose of neutrality of administrative machinery in fair elections?HardLevel 8