Importance of Elections
Theme 2 : The Constitution of India - Basic Features(My Watch Tower Social Studies)
Time to Camp - Exercises
A. Choose the correct answers and fill the OMR box.
1. The Lok Sabha is known as the _________ .
a. Upper House. [ ]
b. Middle House. [ ]
c. House of Ministry. [ ]
d. Lower House. [✓]
2. People of India go to the __________ to cast their vote.
a. Lok Sabha. [ ]
b. polling both. [✓]
c. Rajya Sabha. [ ]
d. Parliament. [ ]
3. ________ is an important part of political campaign.
a. Dancing. [ ]
b. Poster making. [✓]
c. Standing. [ ]
d. Jumping. [ ]
4. An independent eligible candidate must be _________ years of age.
a. eighteen. [ ]
b. nineteen. [ ]
c. twenty-four. [ ]
d. twenty-five. [✓]
B. Fill in the blanks.
1. Preparing the voter list is the responsibility of the Election Commission.
2. Voter identity cards are given to the citizens of India.
3. Each political party appoints candidates to fight the elections from all or some of the constituencies.
4. Tax paying is important for the overall development of the country.
5. Party with the maximum number of votes forms the government.
C. State whether true or false.
1. A citizen below the age of 18 is eligible to vote. [F]
2. In a democracy, people do not elect their representatives. [F]
3. The state legislative assemblies elect the members of the Rajya Sabha. [T]
4. The chief minister of a state is chosen among the Members of the Legislative Assembly. [T]
D. Answer these questions.
1. What are the responsibilities of the Election Commission of India?
= The responsibilities of the Election Commission of India are -
❐ The elections are conducted by the Election Commission of India.
❐ All the decisions regarding the elections such as preparation of the voter lists, election dates and announcement of results are taken by the Election Commission.
❐ The Commission has the responsibility to conduct free and fair election within the country.
2. List the steps of the formation of the government.
= The steps of the formation of the government are -
❐ Election dates are announced and constituencies are fixed.
❐ Political parties nominate their candidates and send to Election Commission for approval.
❐ Campaigning starts.
❐ Elections are conducted, people go to polling booths to vote.
❐ Votes are counted and election results are announced.
❐ Party with maximum number of votes forms the government.
3. What are the responsibilities of a citizen in a democratic polity? State the importance of elections.
= The responsibilities of a citizen in a democratic polity are -
❐ Participating in the election process :- Participating in the election process of voting is a major responsibility of a citizen living in a democracy. By this process, one can exercise her or his right to vote and choose the suitable candidate to form the government.
❐ Paying taxes :-
In a democratic country, one must pay taxes, which is a contribution to the government, required for the overall development of a country.
❐ Obeying laws :-
All citizens of a democratic country must follow the laws of the nation as it helps the government to maintain peace and order within the country.
The Importance of Election :-
It is extremely important for every adult citizen to exercise the right to vote so that the deserving candidates can be chosen to represent us. Each vote is of utmost importance. We must make our choice after considering all the advantages and drawbacks of choosing that candidate.
4. Why is voting done through secret ballot?
= Voting is done through a secret ballot to ensure privacy and prevent bias.
5. Do you think elections are important? Give reasons to justify your answer.
= Yes, I think elections are important. People can cast their vote and elect the leader of their own opinion. This ensures the smooth and well run of the government.
Picture Study
Look at the picture and answer the questions.
1. Identify the device in the picture.
= The device in the picture is Electronic voting machine.
2. Is this a good or fair means of conducting elections? Give reasons.
= Yes, this is a good or fair means of conducting elections. In this machine the symbols and names of the candidates are displayed. It takes less time to take votes. It is secure to save votes. It takes very little time to count votes and declare result.