If a ruler keeps changing law by personal wish, what becomes weak?
Correct answer: C
Law should be based on rules, not personal wish. Exam tip: understand arbitrariness as against rule of law.
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Rule of law and respect for rights
कानून का शासन और अधिकारों का सम्मान
In Class 9 Civics, within the chapter “What is Democracy? Why Democracy?”, students examine how democracy depends on the rule of law and respect for citizens’ rights. The topic explains that laws should apply equally to all, including those in power, and that democratic government must protect fundamental freedoms, dignity, and equal treatment rather than act arbitrarily.
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Easy · Level 16 · arbitrary rule,law,ruler
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- Secrecy of voting
- Election posters
- Rule of law
- Voter list
Easy · Level 16 · citizen rights,expression,peaceful views
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- Always banning peaceful assembly
- Closing a newspaper without reason
- Punishing without hearing
- Allowing citizens to express views peacefully
Easy · Level 16 · equality before law,rulers,citizens
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- All citizens and rulers
- Only poor people
- Only students
- Only workers
Easy · Level 16 · arrest reason,liberty,fair process
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- Voter identity
- Personal liberty and fair process
- Campaign expense
- Election symbol
Easy · Level 16 · courts,rights protection,justice
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- Removing rights
- Campaigning in elections
- Protecting rights
- Staying above law
Easy · Level 16 · biased law,equal application,rights
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- Law is more fair
- All rights are safe
- Voting is more secret
- Law is applied in a biased way
Easy · Level 16 · arbitrary action,rule of law,law
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- Rule-based action
- Legal action
- Arbitrary action
- Fair action
Easy · Level 16 · press freedom,expression,newspaper
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- Right to pay tax
- Right to polling booth
- Right to use road
- Freedom of expression and press
Easy · Level 16 · minister,investigation,rule of law
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- A minister is also investigated according to law
- Leader always gets exemption
- Court is kept closed
- Police works by personal wish
Easy · Level 16 · minority rights,majority,democracy
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- Ballot colour
- Respect for minority rights
- Voting age
- Election symbol
Easy · Level 16 · police,rules,law
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- Arbitrary power
- Secret rule
- Rule of law
- Exemption from law
Easy · Level 16 · criticism,rights,expression
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- Listening to peaceful views
- Giving appeal in court
- Investigation according to law
- Punishing for criticism
Easy · Level 16 · peaceful protest,civil liberty,democracy
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- Unlimited power
- Civil liberty
- Secret rule
- Exemption from law
Easy · Level 16 · civics,democracy,rule of law,equality before law,constitutional values,political equality
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- Equality before law
- Universal adult franchise
- Secret ballot
- Free and fair elections
Easy · Level 16 · independent court,rights,law
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- To make government unlimited
- To remove rights
- To stop elections
- To protect law and rights
Easy · Level 16 · evidence,dignity,fair process
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- Dignity and fair process
- Polling booth
- Election date
- Campaign expense
Easy · Level 16 · information,transparency,accountability
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- Arbitrary power
- Transparency
- Secret rule
- Discrimination
Easy · Level 16 · rule of law,equality before law,discrimination,democracy,rights,civics class 9
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- Arbitrary discrimination
- Public participation
- Protection of rights
- Obedience to law
Easy · Level 16 · complaint,rights,access to justice
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- Citizen rights and access to justice
- Voter list
- Election expense
- State song
Easy · Level 16 · fair process,equal hearing,rule of law,democracy,civics,rights
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- Equality before law
- Fair process
- Majority rule
- Election campaigning
Which example shows respect for citizens' rights?
Correct answer: D
Peaceful expression of views is part of freedom of expression. Exam tip: treat peaceful expression as a right.
View question detailsWho has to obey law under equality before law?
Correct answer: A
In equality before law, the same law applies to all. Exam tip: write both rulers and citizens.
View question detailsIf a person is not told the reason for arrest, which right is affected?
Correct answer: B
Reason and procedure are necessary in arrest. Exam tip: connect arrest with civil liberty.
View question detailsWhat can be the role of courts regarding rights in democracy?
Correct answer: C
Courts can give citizens a path to protect rights. Exam tip: connect courts with rights protection.
View question detailsIf law benefits only government supporters, what is the problem?
Correct answer: D
Law should be applied equally and fairly for all. Exam tip: identify biased use as wrong.
View question detailsWhat type of action does rule of law stop?
Correct answer: C
Rule of law stops arbitrary decisions. Exam tip: remember the difference between arbitrariness and rule of law.
View question detailsIf a peaceful newspaper is closed without reason, which right is affected?
Correct answer: D
Closing a newspaper can weaken expression and press freedom. Exam tip: connect press freedom with democracy.
View question detailsIn which situation will rule of law appear strong?
Correct answer: A
Rule of law gives no exemption based on office. Exam tip: remember law applies to minister and common citizen both.
View question detailsIf the majority takes away rights of a small group, what weakens in democracy?
Correct answer: B
In democracy minority rights are also protected. Exam tip: remember limits on majority.
View question detailsIf police works according to rules, which value strengthens?
Correct answer: C
Police action according to rules strengthens rule of law. Exam tip: remember relation between police and procedure.
View question detailsWhich option does not respect rights?
Correct answer: D
Peaceful criticism can be democratic expression. Exam tip: see punishment for criticism as rights loss.
View question detailsIf a citizen is allowed to protest peacefully, what is strengthened?
Correct answer: B
Peaceful protest can be a form of civil liberty. Exam tip: connect peaceful protest with rights.
View question detailsIf an official gets exemption from law, which principle is violated?
Correct answer: A
Equality before law means that every person, including officials and ordinary citizens, is subject to the same law. Exempting an official from the law solely because of their position violates this principle. Universal adult franchise concerns voting rights, while secret ballot and free and fair elections concern the electoral process. Exam tip: if a question mentions a special legal privilege or exemption, choose equality before law.
View question detailsWhy is an independent court necessary in democracy?
Correct answer: D
An independent court can protect citizens' rights and law. Exam tip: remember court independence.
View question detailsIf someone is called criminal without evidence, what weakens?
Correct answer: A
Calling someone criminal without evidence harms justice and dignity. Exam tip: remember importance of evidence.
View question detailsIf government allows citizens to seek information, which democratic value increases?
Correct answer: B
Information increases transparency in government work. Exam tip: connect information with accountability.
View question detailsWhat does equal application of law prevent?
Correct answer: A
Equal application of law means that the same legal rules apply to every person. It therefore prevents arbitrary discrimination based on caste, religion, wealth, gender, position, or similar grounds. Protection of rights is a positive outcome of equality before law, not something that equal application of law prevents. Exam tip: link equality before law with the absence of discrimination and bias.
View question detailsIf a citizen is punished for making a complaint, what becomes weak?
Correct answer: A
Making a complaint can be a way to protect rights. Exam tip: connect complaint with justice.
View question detailsIf everyone gets equal hearing under a law, it is linked with what?
Correct answer: B
Giving every person an equal opportunity to present their side and be heard impartially is part of a fair process. All sides should be heard before a decision is made. Equality before law is a broader principle, while this question specifically concerns the procedure of hearing. Exam tip: phrases such as “opportunity to be heard” usually point to fair process.
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