Social Science STD 7 Chapter 15: Equality in Democracy - Exercises

Social Science STD 7 Chapter 15: Equality in Democracy - Exercises

1. Fill in the blanks:

  1. 1. ......... is the largest democracy in the world.

    India

  2. 2. ......... is called the guideline for governing the country.

    The constitution

  3. 3. The constitution of India is ......... constitution of the world.

    the largest written

2. Answer in short:

  1. 1. What is a democracy?

    A democracy is a system where the government is formed by the vote of the people, and it is a "rule of the people, by the people and for the people."

  2. 2. In what matters have we been given the right to equality?

    The constitution of India provides the right to equality in matters such as religion, language or dialect, personal development, education, and expression of thoughts. It means all citizens are equal before the law and are given equal protection of the law.

  3. 3. What is necessary for the overall development of an individual?

    For the overall development of an individual, it is necessary to provide equal opportunities to all and to ensure that equality is implemented properly along with providing necessary facilities.

3. Answer in one-two lines each:

  1. 1. Who gets a right to vote?

    Every citizen of India above the age of 18 years who is registered in the electoral roll has the right to vote.

  2. 2. What are the functions of the election commission?

    The Election Commission's main function is to conduct impartial and fair elections. It also works to raise awareness about the importance of voting and ensures that all registered voters can cast their votes without fear or intimidation.

  3. 3. Why should child labour be stopped?

    Child labor should be stopped because it is a violation of a child's right to free, compulsory, and universal education, as mandated by the constitution. Employing children under the age of 14 for any work is a crime and prevents their holistic development.

4. Write a short note on:

  1. 1. Equality in democracy.

    Equality is a fundamental principle of democracy, where the constitution guarantees equal opportunity for all citizens regardless of their background, religion, language, or gender. It means that everyone is equal and respectable before the law, and all are entitled to the same protection of the law. The right to equality is crucial for the holistic development of every individual and for maintaining a harmonious and just society. The government implements various schemes to ensure that there is no exploitation and that all citizens can access education, employment, and other opportunities on an equal footing.

  2. 2. Equality in suffrage.

    Equality in suffrage means that every citizen of a democratic country has an equal right to vote, regardless of their social, religious, or economic differences. In India, any citizen who is 18 years or older and registered in the electoral roll can cast their vote. The Election Commission works to ensure that this right is exercised fairly and without fear or intimidation. They also make special arrangements, such as separate polling booths for women and facilities for differently-abled persons, to encourage maximum participation in the election process.

  3. 3. Child labour and child rights.

    Child labor is the practice of employing children in work that is harmful to their health, development, or education. It is considered an inequality and a violation of child rights. The constitution provides for the right to free and compulsory education for all children between the ages of 6 and 14. Employing children under 14 is a crime. Child labor prevents children from getting an education and from growing up in a healthy environment, thus hindering their overall development and trapping them in a cycle of poverty and exploitation.