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“Democracy do not appear to be very successful in reducing economic inequalities”. Justify the statement.
Unequal Wealth Distribution: Rich people and big corporations control most national resources. Poverty and Unemployment: Many citizens still struggle for basic needs like food, shelter and education. Political vs. Economic Equality: Although democracy provides equal voting rights, economic equalityRead more
- Unequal Wealth Distribution: Rich people and big corporations control most national resources.
- Poverty and Unemployment: Many citizens still struggle for basic needs like food, shelter and education.
- Political vs. Economic Equality: Although democracy provides equal voting rights, economic equality is far from achieved.
- Need for Reform: Strong welfare policies are needed to reduce this growing gap.
See less“Secularism is not an ideology of some political parties or persons, but it is one of the foundations of our country”. Examine the statement
Equal Treatment: The Constitution ensures that all religions are treated equally before the law. No State Religion: India has no official religion; the government remains neutral in religious matters. Fundamental Right: Freedom of religion is guaranteed to every citizen. National Unity: Secularism hRead more
- Equal Treatment: The Constitution ensures that all religions are treated equally before the law.
- No State Religion: India has no official religion; the government remains neutral in religious matters.
- Fundamental Right: Freedom of religion is guaranteed to every citizen.
- National Unity: Secularism helps maintain peace, harmony and unity in India’s diverse society.
See lessDescribe any two features of a Unitary government.
Centralized Power: The entire power of governance lies with the central government, which makes all important laws and decisions. Uniform Administration: There is a single constitution and the same set of laws applies throughout the country. Limited Local Role: Provincial or local governments functiRead more
- Centralized Power: The entire power of governance lies with the central government, which makes all important laws and decisions.
- Uniform Administration: There is a single constitution and the same set of laws applies throughout the country.
- Limited Local Role: Provincial or local governments function as administrative units to carry out central policies and have no independent powers.
See lessASSERTION (A): Equal Remuneration Act 1976 provides that equal wages should be paid for equal work, irrespective of gender case. REASON (R): Women are physically weak so they are righteously paid less than men.
Answer: (C) A is true but R is false. The Equal Remuneration Act, 1976 prohibits pay discrimination on the basis of gender and requires equal wages for equal work. Reason is misguided; physical capability is not a lawful basis for wage difference. Such notions violate constitutional equality and labRead more
Answer: (C) A is true but R is false. The Equal Remuneration Act, 1976 prohibits pay discrimination on the basis of gender and requires equal wages for equal work. Reason is misguided; physical capability is not a lawful basis for wage difference. Such notions violate constitutional equality and labour laws; employers cannot reduce women’s pay citing physical strength or social prejudices anywhere today.
See lessAnita is appearing in an examination conducted for recruitment to Central Government position. In how many languages as mentioned in the 8th schedule can she option to take the exam? Select the appropriate option.
The correct answer is (c) 22. According to the Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution, there are 22 officially recognized languages. These include Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu and others. Hence, Anita can appear for her Central Government eRead more
The correct answer is (c) 22.
See lessAccording to the Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution, there are 22 officially recognized languages. These include Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu and others. Hence, Anita can appear for her Central Government examination in any of these 22 languages, ensuring linguistic diversity and equal opportunity for candidates across India.