Class8 Social Studies Chapter5 and 6 QA
Class 8 NCERT – Exploring Society: India and Beyond ✔ Chapter 5 & Chapter 6 CHAPTER 5: Universal Franchise and India’s Electoral System 1-Mark Questions Q1. What is universal franchise? Ans: Universal franchise means the right of all adult citizens to vote. Q2. What is the minimum voting age in India? Ans: 18 years. Q3. Name the body that conducts elections in India. Ans: Election Commission of India. Q4. What is an election? Ans: A process through which people choose their representatives. Q5. What does EVM stand for? Ans: Electronic Voting Machine. 2-Mark Questions Q1. Why is universal franchise important in a democracy? Ans: It gives equal political rights to all citizens. It ensures people’s participation in government. Q2. Write two functions of the Election Commission. Ans: Conducts free and fair elections Prepares and updates voters’ lists Q3. What is a constituency? Ans: A constituency is an area from which a representative is elected. ...