Elections and Representation
Civics ⇒ Democracy and Government
Elections and Representation starts at 8 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe the process of delimitation of constituencies in India.
Describe the process of voting by Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) in India.
Describe the role of political parties in the process of elections and representation in India.
Explain the concept of 'one person, one vote, one value' in the Indian electoral system.
Explain the concept of 'proportional representation' and its application in India.
Explain the concept of reserved constituencies in the context of Indian elections.
Explain the difference between direct and indirect elections with examples from India.
Explain the process of nomination of candidates in Indian elections.
Explain the term 'by-election' with an example.
Explain the term 'Electoral Roll'.
What is the importance of free and fair elections in a democracy?
What is the main difference between a general election and a by-election?
What is the main purpose of holding elections in a democracy?
What is the minimum age required to contest for the Lok Sabha in India?
What is the purpose of the Model Code of Conduct during elections?
What is the role of observers appointed by the Election Commission during elections?
What is the significance of the 'first-past-the-post' system in Indian elections?
What is the significance of the secret ballot in elections?
Who appoints the Chief Election Commissioner of India?
