What is the simplest meaning of rule of law?
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Rule of law means no person is above the law. Exam tip: treat equal application as the key point.
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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 15 · rule of law,equality,democracy
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- Law applies equally to everyone
- King is above law
- Law applies only to poor people
- Law is not needed
Easy · Level 15 · ruler,law,rule of law
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- Rule of law
- Polling holiday
- Election slogan
- Road construction
Easy · Level 15 · government,rights,respect
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- It should respect them
- It should remove them without reason
- It should hide them
- It should give them only to leaders
Easy · Level 15 · police,due process,rights
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- Due process of law
- Election campaign
- Road rule
- Market price
Easy · Level 15 · rights,arbitrary power,protection
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- Arbitrary power
- Clean air
- School
- Voter list
Easy · Level 15 · leader,citizen,equal law
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- Law applies equally to leader and ordinary citizen
- No law applies to leader
- Rich people always get exemption
- Courts are closed
Easy · Level 15 · court,rights,justice
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- By examining unjust action
- By hiding law
- By stopping voting
- By only praising government
Easy · Level 15 · freedom of expression,citizen right,democracy
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- Citizen right
- Tax rule
- Military order
- Private trade
Easy · Level 15 · criticism,rule of law,rights
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- Rights and rule of law weaken
- Voting becomes faster
- Election becomes fairer
- Citizens become freer
Easy · Level 15 · dignity,security,rights
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- Dignity and security
- Fear and silence
- Inequality
- Arbitrary punishment
Easy · Level 15 · powerful people,equality before law,justice
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- Equality before law
- Election slogan
- Voting age
- School timing
Easy · Level 15 · government officials,law,rule of law
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- Law
- Their own wish
- Private benefit
- Family order
Easy · Level 15 · rule of law, fair hearing, citizen rights, court procedure, democracy
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- Right to a fair hearing
- Arbitrary order
- Rule by majority
- Tax exemption
Easy · Level 15 · peaceful assembly,rights,participation
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- To express views collectively
- To commit violence
- To break law
- To change counting
Easy · Level 15 · democracy,arbitrary power,law
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- Arbitrary power
- Equal rights
- Courts
- Civil liberty
Easy · Level 15 · legal process,government action,rights
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- Violation of legal process
- Voting preparation
- School rule
- Health scheme
Easy · Level 15 · citizen voice,freedom,rights
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- Freedom and security
- Fear and pressure
- Silence and restriction
- Arbitrary order
Easy · Level 15 · independent judiciary,rights,courts
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- Protection of rights may weaken
- Rights will automatically strengthen
- Need for law will end
- Citizens will never be silent
Easy · Level 15 · legal remedy,rights violation,citizen
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- Can seek legal remedy
- Must always remain silent
- Should leave law
- Should forget rights
Easy · Level 15 · rule based government,procedure,law
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- Rule based government
- Wish based government
- Fear based government
- Hereditary government
If a ruler is considered above law which principle is violated?
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Under rule of law even the ruler is subject to law. Exam tip: do not treat anyone above law.
View question detailsHow should government treat citizens' rights in democracy?
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In democracy government protects citizens' rights. Exam tip: understand limits of government through rights.
View question detailsIf police punishes a citizen without reason this is against what?
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Punishment should be based on law and due process. Exam tip: treat arbitrary punishment as wrong.
View question detailsRights protect citizens from what?
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Rights protect citizens from arbitrary power of government or powerful people. Exam tip: see rights as a shield.
View question detailsIn which situation does rule of law appear strong?
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Rule of law is strong when law is equal for everyone. Exam tip: check equality of leader and citizen.
View question detailsHow can a court protect citizens' rights?
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A court can give justice when rights are violated. Exam tip: connect courts with protection of rights.
View question detailsFreedom of expression in democracy is an example of what?
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Freedom of expression gives citizens the right to express views. Exam tip: understand it as a basic right.
View question detailsIf government jails critics without law what is the problem?
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Punishing criticism without law is against democracy. Exam tip: remember the link between criticism and rights.
View question detailsWhat does respect for rights give to citizens?
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Respect for rights gives citizens dignity and security. Exam tip: remember the word dignity.
View question detailsIf law applies only to weak people and powerful people escape what is lacking?
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Law should apply equally to everyone. Exam tip: see law applying even to powerful people.
View question detailsUnder rule of law government officials are subject to what?
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Government officials also work according to law. Exam tip: do not place officials above law.
View question detailsIf a citizen gets a chance to present their case in court this is related to what?
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Allowing a citizen to present their side, arguments, and evidence in court is part of the right to a fair hearing. Under the rule of law, a person should be heard before a decision affecting them is made. An arbitrary order is the opposite because it may be issued without giving the affected person an opportunity to be heard. Exam tip: phrases such as “opportunity to be heard” or “present one’s case” point to a fair hearing.
View question detailsWhy are citizens given the right to peaceful assembly in democracy?
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Peaceful assembly is a way of expression and participation. Exam tip: focus on the word peaceful.
View question detailsRule of law separates democracy from what?
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Democracy runs by rules and law not arbitrary will. Exam tip: understand opposition to arbitrary power.
View question detailsIf a citizen's house is demolished without legal order what is the problem?
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Government action should follow law and procedure. Exam tip: treat action without order as wrong.
View question detailsRespect for rights allows citizens to speak with what in democracy?
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When rights are protected citizens can speak without fear. Exam tip: connect rights with voice.
View question detailsIf courts are not independent what will happen to protection of rights?
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Independent judiciary helps protect rights. Exam tip: remember independence of courts.
View question detailsWhat can a citizen do when rights are violated?
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When rights are violated a citizen can use court or legal remedy. Exam tip: remember legal remedy.
View question detailsWhat kind of government does rule of law prefer?
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Rule of law stresses government according to rules and procedure. Exam tip: remember rule based government.
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