Civics

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.

Practice questions

01 If a law is vague and officials apply it according to their wish, what is the danger?

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Rule of law and respect for rights

Practice questions

01 If a law is vague and officials apply it according to their wish, what is the danger?

02 Why is citizens' right to appeal in court important?

03 In which situation will civil liberty and security both be better protected?

04 If the majority bans a small group from speaking its language, what is affected?

05 Why is rule of law not fulfilled merely by having laws?

06 If government closes a newspaper only because of criticism, what is the main democratic problem?

07 If a government order conflicts with law, what should happen according to rule of law?

08 If a citizen is denied government service only on caste basis, which rights principle is affected?

09 If an official says rules are for ordinary citizens but not for officials, what is wrong?

10 If government imposes reasonable and legal restrictions to maintain peace, how should it be understood?

11 If the law-making body is also bound by constitution and rights, what idea does it show?

12 If government shuts down internet without reason and citizens cannot express opinions, what is affected?

13 If a law stops citizens from going to court, what is the biggest danger?

14 If government allows its supporters to protest but not opponents, which principle is violated?

15 Rule of law connects citizens with which trust?

16 If a person is publicly declared criminal without evidence, which right weakens?

17 If government changes law to free itself from all investigations, what weakens?

18 If a citizen's complaint is not registered because the citizen is poor, which value is affected?

19 If a citizen has freedom to change or not change religion, it is linked with what?

20 If investigation of a crime treats the accused differently based on caste, what is violated?

21 If government declares every dissent a crime in the name of law, what is the danger?

22 What is the correct relation between law and rights in democracy?

23 In which situation is respect for rights shown in the most balanced way?

24 What is the most correct conclusion about rule of law and respect for rights?

25 Why is government power considered limited under rule of law?

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