Which is a correct example of respect for rights?
Correct answer: A
Allowing peaceful speech is an example of respect for rights. In exams consider peaceful exercise of rights as correct.
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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 14 · civics,democracy,respect_rights,speech
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- Allowing citizen to speak peacefully
- Sending to jail without reason
- Stopping from voting
- Hiding law
Easy · Level 14 · civics,democracy,rule of law,equality before law,constitutional values
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- Only ordinary citizens
- All persons, including rulers and officials
- Only poor people
- Only members of opposition parties
Easy · Level 14 · civics,democracy,court,justice
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- Money power
- Secret campaign
- Right to justice
- Military order
Easy · Level 14 · civics,democracy,constitution,rights
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- Because rights are only in books
- Because citizens are weak
- Because leaders are always right
- Because government is bound by law and constitution
Easy · Level 14 · civics,democracy,powerful_person,law
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- Equal treatment according to law
- Treatment above law
- Special exemption
- Respect without inquiry
Easy · Level 14 · civics,democracy,minority_rights,respect
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- They should be respected
- They should be removed
- Their value should be reduced
- They should be hidden
Easy · Level 14 · civics,democracy,rule of law,government accountability,legal equality,constitutional principles
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- A leader makes decisions by ignoring the law
- The government takes decisions according to the law
- The police act arbitrarily without a legal basis
- Citizens' rights are restricted without valid reason
Easy · Level 14 · civics,democracy,equal_protection,law
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- Money power
- Voting campaign
- Equality before law
- King's order
Easy · Level 14 · civics,democracy,courts,rights_protection
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- Only wealthy person
- Only king
- Only soldier
- Law and courts
Easy · Level 14 · civics,democracy,government_obeys_law
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- Government also obeys law
- Leader can break law
- Law is only for poor
- Rights are not necessary
Easy · Level 14 · civics,democracy,citizen_freedom,rights
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- Citizens' freedom weakens
- Law strengthens
- Justice increases
- Equality increases
Easy · Level 14 · civics,democracy,punishment,evidence
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- Person's caste
- Law and evidence
- Person's property
- Leader's choice
Easy · Level 14 · civics,democracy,hearing,justice
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- Election expense
- Voter list
- Right to justice
- Campaign stage
Easy · Level 14 · civics,democracy,arbitrary_power,protection
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- Peaceful meeting
- Equal rights
- Voting
- Arbitrary power
Easy · Level 14 · civics,democracy,peaceful_assembly,civil_liberty
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- Civil liberty
- Tax payment
- Military rule
- Dynasty tradition
Easy · Level 14 · civics,democracy,criticism,expression
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- Freedom of expression
- Property registration
- Polling booth
- Road use
Easy · Level 14 · civics,democracy,arbitrariness,rule_of_law
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- Equal law
- Ruler's arbitrariness
- Court hearing
- Respect for rights
Easy · Level 14 · civics,democracy,religion,rights
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- Election expense
- Counting
- Campaign rules
- Respect for rights
Easy · Level 14 · civics,democracy,limited_government,law
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- Limit
- Special exemption
- Arbitrary freedom
- Unlimited right
Easy · Level 14 · civics,democracy,courts,rule_of_law
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- They can protect rights
- They campaign in elections
- They remove voter list
- They break law
Rule of law says law applies to whom?
Correct answer: B
Rule of law means that the law applies equally to every person in a country, including ordinary citizens, government officials, and rulers. Therefore, option B is correct. Applying the law only to ordinary citizens would violate the principle of equality before law. Exam tip: Rule of law means that no person is above the law.
View question detailsIf a person gets a chance to present his side in court what is it linked with?
Correct answer: C
Chance to present one's side in court is linked with justice. In exams connect judicial hearing with respect for rights.
View question detailsWhy can government not crush citizens' rights in democracy?
Correct answer: D
Government is bound by law and constitution so respect for rights is necessary. In exams remember limits on government.
View question detailsHow should a powerful person be treated under rule of law?
Correct answer: A
Under rule of law a powerful person is also under law. In exams remember law above power.
View question detailsWhat should happen to minority rights in democracy?
Correct answer: A
Respect for minority rights is also necessary in democracy. In exams remember limits on majority and rights.
View question detailsIn which situation is rule of law seen?
Correct answer: B
Rule of law means that the government, leaders, police and citizens must all act within the limits of law. Hence, government decisions taken according to law demonstrate rule of law. In contrast, a leader ignoring the law or police acting without legal authority shows arbitrariness. Exam tip: If government power is controlled by law, it indicates rule of law.
View question detailsIf a citizen gets equal protection of law what is it an example of?
Correct answer: C
Equal protection of law is an example of equality before law. In exams connect equal protection with rule of law.
View question detailsWho can protect citizens' rights?
Correct answer: D
Law and courts are important in protecting citizens' rights. In exams connect courts with protection of rights.
View question detailsWhich statement correctly shows rule of law?
Correct answer: A
Rule of law places everyone including government under law. In exams write that government also obeys law.
View question detailsWhat danger arises if rights are not respected in democracy?
Correct answer: A
When rights are not respected citizens' freedom weakens. In exams connect rights with protection of freedom.
View question detailsIn rule of law punishment should be based on what?
Correct answer: B
Punishment should be based on law and evidence. In exams write arbitrary punishment as against rule of law.
View question detailsIf a person is punished without hearing what is affected?
Correct answer: C
Punishment without hearing affects the right to justice. In exams remember hearing as a condition of justice.
View question detailsRule of law protects citizens from what?
Correct answer: D
Rule of law protects citizens from arbitrary power. In exams treat law as control over power.
View question detailsRight to hold peaceful assembly in democracy is related to what?
Correct answer: A
Peaceful assembly is part of civil liberty. In exams connect peaceful exercise of rights with democracy.
View question detailsIf government punishes a citizen for criticism which right is affected?
Correct answer: A
Peaceful right to criticize is linked with freedom of expression. In exams treat criticism as a democratic right.
View question detailsWhich behaviour is opposite of rule of law?
Correct answer: B
Ruler's arbitrariness is against rule of law. In exams write the difference between arbitrariness and law.
View question detailsIf a group is denied rights due to religion this is against what?
Correct answer: D
Denying rights on religious basis is against respect for rights. In exams remember non discriminatory rights.
View question detailsWhat does rule of law place on government power?
Correct answer: A
Rule of law places limits on government power. In exams connect limited government with democracy.
View question detailsWhy are courts important in democracy?
Correct answer: A
Courts protect citizens' rights and interpret law. In exams connect courts with rule of law.
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