Election and Representation

Civics ⇒ Constitution and Law

Election and Representation starts at 11 and continues till grade 12. QuestionsToday has an evolving set of questions to continuously challenge students so that their knowledge grows in Election and Representation. How you perform is determined by your score and the time you take. When you play a quiz, your answers are evaluated in concept instead of actual words and definitions used.

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Describe the 'First Past the Post' (FPTP) system used in Indian elections.

Describe the process of nomination of candidates in Indian elections.

Describe the process of voting using Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) in India.

Explain the concept of 'One Person, One Vote, One Value'.

Explain the difference between a general election and a by-election.

Explain the difference between direct and indirect elections with examples from India.

Explain the process of counting votes in Indian elections.

Explain the process of delimitation of constituencies in India.

Explain the term 'Electoral Roll'.

Explain the term 'Model Code of Conduct' in the context of Indian elections.

What is the main advantage of the Proportional Representation system over the FPTP system?

What is the main purpose of holding elections in a democracy?

What is the meaning of 'Universal Adult Franchise'?

What is the role of the Returning Officer in elections?

What is the significance of reserved seats for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in Indian legislatures?

What is the significance of 'Secret Ballot' in elections?

What is the tenure of the Chief Election Commissioner of India?