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Exercises — Types of Government
🎓 Class 7
Social Science
CBSE
Theory
Ch 9 — From the Rulers to the Ruled: Types of Governments
⏱ ~15 min
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Chapter 9 Exercises — From the Rulers to the Ruled
NCERT Exploring Society: India and Beyond | Chapter 9 — Governance and Democracy
📖 Chapter Summary — Key Takeaways
- Government plays an essential role in running a country. Different types of governments have different answers to questions about authority, formation, structure, and goals.
- Democracy, the most popular form of government today, comes in variations including direct democracy and representative democracy (parliamentary and presidential).
- India is a parliamentary democracy where the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers are members of Parliament and accountable to the Lok Sabha.
- Other forms of government include monarchy (absolute and constitutional), theocracy, dictatorship, and oligarchy.
- Democracy matters because it provides equality, freedom, universal adult franchise, separation of powers, and accountability — but citizens must remain vigilant about challenges like corruption and wealth disparity.
NCERT Questions and Activities
Q1. L2 Understand
Write names of the various types of government that you have learnt in the chapter.
Answer: The chapter covers the following types of government: (1) Democracy — which includes direct democracy and representative democracy (further divided into parliamentary democracy and presidential democracy); (2) Monarchy — which includes absolute monarchy and constitutional monarchy; (3) Theocracy; (4) Dictatorship; (5) Oligarchy.
Q2. L3 Apply
Which type of government does India have? And why is that called that type?
Answer: India has a parliamentary democracy. It is called so because: (1) The people elect members of Parliament (legislature) through universal adult franchise; (2) The Prime Minister and Council of Ministers (executive) are members of Parliament and are accountable to the Lok Sabha; (3) The executive continues in power only as long as it has the confidence of the lower house; (4) There is an independent judiciary that ensures laws comply with the Constitution.
Q3. L4 Analyse
You read that an independent judiciary is present in all types of democracies. State any three reasons why you think it is important for the judiciary to be independent.
Answer: An independent judiciary is important because: (1) It ensures that the fundamental rights of citizens are protected — if the government makes an unjust law, the judiciary can strike it down; (2) It acts as a check on the executive and legislature, preventing misuse of power and ensuring that laws are constitutional; (3) It guarantees that all citizens, including government officials, are treated equally before the law, without fear or favour.
Q4. L4 Analyse
Do you think democratic government is better than other forms of government? Why?
Answer: Yes, democracy is generally considered better because: (1) It provides universal adult franchise — every adult citizen can vote; (2) It guarantees fundamental rights like equality, freedom of speech, and protection against exploitation; (3) The government is accountable to the people through regular elections; (4) There is separation of powers between legislature, executive, and judiciary, preventing concentration of authority; (5) The government is expected to work for the welfare of all citizens, not just a select few. However, democracy also has challenges like corruption and inequality that citizens must actively work to address.
Q5. L3 Apply
These are some practices in a few different countries. Can you match the practice with the type of government?
| Practice | Type of Government |
|---|---|
| I. All citizens are treated equally before law | ? |
| II. The government refers to the religious leader for every decision | ? |
| III. After the queen's death, her son became the new king | ? |
| IV. The ruler is not bound by any Constitution; he decides everything himself | ? |
Answer: I → Democracy (equality before law is a democratic principle); II → Theocracy (governance through religious authority); III → Monarchy (hereditary succession); IV → Dictatorship (absolute power without constitutional limits).
Q6. L3 Apply
Below is a list of countries. Find out the types of government these countries have: Bhutan, Nepal, Bangladesh, South Africa, Brazil.
Answer: Bhutan — Constitutional Monarchy (the king shares power with an elected parliament); Nepal — Federal Democratic Republic (became a republic in 2008 after abolishing the monarchy); Bangladesh — Parliamentary Democracy; South Africa — Parliamentary Republic (with a president elected by parliament); Brazil — Presidential Republic (Federal Presidential Democracy).
Q7. L4 Analyse
What are possible hurdles in a democracy in achieving its values and ideals? How can they be overcome?
Answer: Major hurdles include: (1) Corruption — can be tackled through transparency laws and independent anti-corruption bodies; (2) Wealth disparity — addressed through progressive taxation and welfare programmes; (3) Excessive control by a few over institutions — prevented by strong separation of powers and free media; (4) Erosion of judicial independence — protected by constitutional safeguards; (5) Manipulation of information — countered by media literacy and a free press. Citizens must remain vigilant, participate actively in elections, hold representatives accountable, and protect the independence of democratic institutions.
Q8. L4 Analyse
Democracy is different from monarchy and dictatorship. Explain.
Answer: Democracy differs from monarchy and dictatorship in several ways: (1) Source of power — In democracy, power comes from the people; in monarchy, it is inherited; in dictatorship, it is seized by force; (2) Formation — Democratic governments are formed through elections; monarchies through hereditary succession; dictatorships through force or manipulation; (3) Rights — Democracy guarantees fundamental rights like equality and freedom; these are absent or severely limited in dictatorships and often restricted in absolute monarchies; (4) Accountability — Democratic leaders are accountable to citizens; monarchs and dictators answer to no one; (5) Separation of powers — Present in democracies but absent in dictatorships and absolute monarchies where one person or family controls all functions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important questions in Class 7 Civics Exercises — Types of Government?
The exercise section of Class 7 Civics covers competency-based questions aligned with CBSE CBQ format. These include multiple-choice questions testing analysis and application skills, assertion-reason questions requiring logical reasoning, and short and long answer questions that develop critical thinking. Students should practise all question types to prepare for board examinations.
How should I prepare for Class 7 Civics exercises?
To prepare effectively, first read the complete NCERT chapter thoroughly. Then attempt the exercises without referring to the textbook. Check your answers against the NCERT solutions. Focus on understanding concepts rather than memorising answers. Practise CBQ-format questions as they test higher-order thinking skills like analysis, evaluation, and application.
Are NCERT exercises enough for Class 7 Civics board exam preparation?
NCERT exercises form the foundation of board exam preparation for Class 7 Civics. CBSE recommends NCERT as the primary textbook, and most board questions are based on NCERT content. However, students should also practise competency-based questions and assertion-reason questions in the latest CBSE format to score well.
What is the CBQ format in Class 7 Civics?
CBQ stands for Competency-Based Questions, introduced by CBSE to test higher-order thinking skills. These questions present a passage, data, or case study followed by questions that require students to analyse, evaluate, or apply their knowledge rather than simply recall facts. CBQ questions are an important part of the current CBSE examination pattern.
How many marks are exercises worth in Class 7 Civics?
In the CBSE board examination for Class 7, Civics carries a significant weightage. The exercises help students practise the types of questions that appear in the exam, including objective questions, short answer questions, and long answer questions. Regular practice of NCERT exercises ensures thorough preparation for all question formats.
What types of questions are included in NCERT Class 7 Civics exercises?
NCERT Class 7 Civics exercises include a variety of question types such as fill in the blanks, true or false, match the following, short answer questions, long answer questions, map-based questions, and activity-based questions. The MyAISchool interactive version adds CBQ-format questions and assertion-reason pairs for comprehensive exam preparation.
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