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
In which situation will the voter's informed choice be strongest?MediumLevel 7If only pro-government news is shown during elections, what will be the effect on fairness?MediumLevel 7Why is voters' access to polling booths necessary in free elections?MediumLevel 7If polling booths for a community are kept very far away, which electoral principle may be affected?MediumLevel 7In which situation can an election be called only formal competition?MediumLevel 7Allowing all candidates to campaign under the same rules indicates what?MediumLevel 7If election officials work under instructions of the ruling party, which element will weaken?MediumLevel 7Why is it necessary for the losing party to contest again next time in free and fair elections?MediumLevel 7If the ruling party denies opposition rallies but holds its own rallies, what weakens?MediumLevel 7Which will not be considered a condition of free elections?MediumLevel 7Why is it necessary to get information about candidates before voting?MediumLevel 7If names of some eligible citizens are deliberately removed from voter list, which principle is affected?MediumLevel 7Which combination is correct for real competition and fairness in elections?MediumLevel 7If a party can contest but its supporters are stopped from voting, what is the problem?MediumLevel 7What is the main purpose of fair supervision in elections?MediumLevel 7If all candidates get speaking time but counting is changed, why will the election not be fair?MediumLevel 7How can excessive money power affect electoral competition?MediumLevel 7What happens if election rules are not applied equally to all parties?MediumLevel 7In which situation will both freedom and fairness of election be affected?MediumLevel 7Why is the role of opposition necessary in free and fair electoral competition?MediumLevel 7