UP Board Solutions for Class 10 Social Science Civics Chapter 6 Political Parties

UP Board Solutions for Class 10 Social Science Civics Chapter 6 Political Parties

UP Board Solutions for Class 10 Social Science  Civics Chapter 6 Political Parties Textbook Questions and Answers, Additional Important Questions

UP Board Class 10 Civics Chapter 6 Political Parties InText Questions and Answers

In-text Question (Page 74)

Question 1.
Okay, granted that we can’t live without political parties. But tell me what grounds do people support a political party?
Answer:
There is nothing wrong with any of the political parties. It is we people who have everything in our hands in a democracy. So, if we are right in our thought and action, the parties will have to work accordingly. They simply represent what we are. They also come from our society. Even if they do not work rightly, remember, we have ballots in our hands which give them life.

Let Us Revise (Page 75)

Question 1.
Categorise these photographs by the functions of political parties they illustrate. Find one photograph or news clipping from your own area for each of the functions listed above.
Answer:
(i) Left: Playing the role of opposition.
(ii) Top (Right) : Implementation of policies and • programmes.
(iii) Bottom (Right): Contesting elections.
[Hint: Students find themselves the photographs related to the above functions from their respective areas.]

In-text Question (Page 76)

Question 1.
Kishenji is no more. What would be your advice to . these four activists? Should they form a new political party? Can a political party become a moral force in | politics ? What should that party be like ?
Answer:
(i) These activists should move ahead with the idea of formation of a new political party. It is obvious that initially they will not gain popular support, but if they continue to put moral force in their party, very soon they will win faith of the people. It is only then that they can do anything good for the society, which is the urgent need of today’s politics.
(ii) Yes, of course.
(iii) Yes, it can do so by translating its promises into actions. Once the party does so, very soon it will gain popular support.
(iv) That party should focus on the immediate problems of the people. The party should select only those candidates who are willing to serve the society in the true sense. The candidates should come from the locality and should have an idea of the common problems of that locality. Even if this party does not win enough seats to form a government, it can act as a strong opposition or pressure group.

Let Us Revise (Page 77)

Question 1.
Let us apply what we have learnt about party systems to the various states within India. Here are three major types of party systems that exist at the State level. Can you find the names of at least two States for each of these types:

• Two-party system
• Multi-party system with two alliances
• Multi-party system

Answer:
(i) Two-party system: Rajasthan, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh.
(ii) Multi-party system with two alliances : Maharashtra, Jammu & Kashmir, Jharkhand, West Bengal.
(iii) Multi-party system : Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu.

In-text Question (Page 79)

Question 1.
Does the cartoon reflect the data graphics shown in the previous page ?
Answer:
Yes.

in-text Question (Page 83)

Question 1.
Why don’t parties give enough tickets to women ? Is that also due to lack of internal democracy ?
Answer:
(i) We all know about the patriarchial mentality of most of the Indian society. Men always tend to use authority, and politics is not an exception. If the parties give tickets to women, steadily the power will go into their hands, which the Indian mentality is still not ready to accept.

(ii) Yes, this is an example of lack of internal democracy. At least one-third of the seats, for which the party is contesting, should be allocated to the women.

Let Us Revise (Page 85)

Question 1.
Can you identify which of the challenges described in this section are being highlighted in these cartoons (on Page 83 to 85). What are the way to crub the misuse of money and muscle Power in Politics ?
Answer:
The cartoons highlight the challenge of the frequent use of money and muscle power in politics faced by the political parties.

In-text Question (Page 86)

Question 1.
Do you agree that this form of reforming political parties will be acceptable to them ?
Answer:
We hope so, because this is good not only for them but also for the democracy. After all, they all are meant for strengthening the democracy. They also feel the need for reformation. A fair politics, we think, will be appreciated by all the parties equally.

UP Board Class 10 Civics Chapter 6 Political Parties Textbook Questions and Answers

Question 1.
State the various functions political parties perform in a e emocracy.
Answer:
Following are the major functions performed by political parties: .
(i) They contest elections.
(ii) They put forward different policies and programmes among which the voters opt.
(iii) They play a decisive role in making laws for the country.
(iv) They play the role of opposition.
(v) They form and run the government.
(vi) They shape public opinion.
(vii) They provide people access to government machinery and welfare schemes.

Question 2.
What are the various challenges faced by political parties ?
Answer:
(i) The parties are lacking internal democracy, which keeps many prospective leaders deprived of their rights.
(ii) There has been dynastic successions in the political parties. This keeps the parties deprived of apt leadership.
(iii) The parties are indulged in the use of money and muscle power for winning elections. This hampers the democracy from developing and lessens the importance of genuine leaders within the party.
(iv) The parties have almost common ideologies, so there is lack of meaningful choices before the voters.

Question 3.
Suggest some reforms to strengthen parties so that they perform their functions well.
Answer:
(i) Laws should be made to regulate the internal affairs of parties. They should follow their Constitution.
(ii) They should have one-third seats reserved for women candidates at every level in the organisation.
(iii) There should be state funding of elections.
(iv) The people should put pressure on political parties through petitions, publicity and agitations.
(v) Last but not least is that parties can improve if those who want this, join political parties.

Question 4.
What is a political party ?
Answer:
A political party is a group of people who come together to contest elections, and form and run government by holding power in the government. –

Question 5.
What are the characteristics of a political party ?
Answer:
Following are the characteristics of a political party:
(i) It is a group of people coming together to contest elections and share power.
(ii) It agrees on some policies and programmes for the society with a view to promote collective good.
(iii) It seeks to implement these policies by winning popular support through elections.
(iv) It reflects a fundamental political division of the society.
(v) It is known by which part it stands for, which policies it supports and whose interest it upholds.

Question 6.
A group of people who come together to contest elections and hold power in the government is called a …………
Answer:
political party.

Question 7.
Match List I (organizations and struggles) with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists :


Answer:
(c) C, A, D, B.

Question 8.
Who among the following is the founder of the Bahujan Samaj Party ?
A. Kanshi Ram
B. Sahu Maharaj
C. B.R. Ambedkar
D. Jotiba Phule
Answer:
A. Kanshi Ram

Question 9.
What is the guiding philosophy of the Bhartiya Janata Party ?
A. Bahujan Samaj
B. Revolutionary democracy
C. Integral humanism
D. Modernity
Answer:
B. Revolutionary democracy

Question 10.
Consider the following statements on parties :
A. Political parties do not enjoy much trust among the people.
B. Parties are often rocked by scandals involving top party leaders.
C. Parties are not necessary to run governments.
Which of the statements given above are correct ?
(a) A, B and C
(b) A and B
(c) B and C
(d) A and C
Answer:
(B) A and B

Question 11.
Read the following passage and answer the questions given below:
Muhammad Yunus is a famous economist of Bangladesh. He received several international honours for his efforts to promote economic and social development for the benefit of the poor. He and the Grameen Bank he started jointly, received the Nobel Peace Prize for the year 2006. In February 2007, he decided to launch a political party and contest in the parliamentary elections. His objective was to foster proper leadership, good governance and build a new Bangladesh.

He felt that only a political party different from the traditional ones would bring about new political culture. His party would be democratic from the grassroots level The launching of the new party, called Nagarik Shakti (Citizen’s Power), has caused a stir among the Bangladeshis. While many welcomed his decision, some did not like it, *Now I think Bangladesh will have a chance to choose between good and bad and eventually.

have a good government,” said Shahedul Islam, a government official. “That government, we hope, would not only keep itself away from corruption but also make fighting corruption and black money a top priority.” But leaders of traditional political parties who dominated the country’s politics for decades were apprehensive. “There was no debate (over him) winning the Nobel, but politics is different – very challenging and often controversial,” said a senior leader of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party. Some others were highly critical.

They asked why he was rushing into politics. “Is he being planted in politics by mentors from outside the country ”, asked one political observer. Do you think Yunus made a right decision to float a new political party ? Do you agree with the statements and fears expressed by various people ? How do you want this new party organised to make it different from other parties ? If you were the one to begin this political party how would you defend it ?
Answer:
(i) Yes, Yunus’s decision to float a new political party is right and appreciable.
(ii) I agree with the statement of the government official, Shahedul Islam that the launch of this new party may change the political culture of the country. But I don’t agree with the fear of the senior leader of Bangladesh Nationalist Party.
(iii) (a) It should be democratic from very grassroots level.
(b) It should have equal place for rich and poor, men and women, educated and uneducated, rural and urban people without any discrimination.
(c) It should draft policies which keep the society integrated and take the country towards development.
(iv) (a) The floating of such a party is necessary because the existing parties have moved away from carrying their democratic responsibilities.
(b) Instead of strengthening democracy, they are just taking it as a means to amass wealth
(c) This party is being launched to foster proper leadership, good governance and build a new Bangladesh.
(d) It is going to bring about a totally new political culture, more democratic and more transparent.

UP Board Class 10 Civics Chapter 6 Political Parties Additional Important Questions and Answers

Objective Type Questions

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

Question 1.
Which of these takes direct part in the elections ?
(a) Interest Groups
(b) Sectional Groups
(c) Political Parties
(d) Pressure Groups
Answer:
(c) Political Parties

Question 2.
Which of the following countries has a single party system?
(a) Pakistan
(b) Nepal
(c) China
(d) Bangladesh
Answer:
(c) China

Question 3.
Which one of the following is not a political organisation ?
(a) BJP
(b) INC
(c) BSP
(d) BAMCEF
Answer:
(d) BAMCEF

Question 4.
Which one of the following is a challenge to political parties ?
(a) Parties put forward different policies and programmes.
(b) Parties shape public opinion.
(c) Parties do not seem to offer a meaningful choice.
(d) Parties contest elections.
Answer:
(c) Parties do not seem to offer a meaningful choice.

Fill in the blanks :

Question 5.
Political parties play the role of both party in …………. as well as………….
Answer:
Power, opposition

Question 6.
The UK and USA haveparty system……………
Answer:
two

Question 7.
was founded by reviving the Bharatiya Jana Sangh…………….
Answer:
Bhartiya Janta Party

Question 8.
Most Political parties do not practice open and procedures for their functioning…………….
Answer:
transparent

Question 9.
The Supreme Court passed an order to reduce the influence of money and…………..
Answer:
Criminals

State whether the following statements are True or False:

Question 10.
In a democracy, any group of citizens is free to form a political party.
Answer:
True

Question 11.
Only two parties form an alliance and contest elections.
Answer:
False

Question 12.
Every party in the country has to register with the Election Commission.
Answer:
True

Question 13.
Political defection is not a very serious problem faced by poltical parties in India.
Answer:
False

Very Short Answer Type Questions (VSAQs)

Question 14.
What is a political party ?
Answer:
A political party is a group of people who came together to contest elections and hold power in the government.

Question 15.
What is meant by coalition government ?
Answer:
When no single party gets a clear,majority in the election and the government is formed by two or more parties coming together, it is called coalition.

Question 16.
Write any one challenge to political parties in India.
Answer:
Challenge of growing role of money in muscle power in parties, especially during elections.

Question 17.
What is defection ?
Answer:
In order to gain some favour or power or money, it has been seen that MLAs and MPs change their parties. This changing of party by an elected representatives is called defection.

Match the following:

Question 18.
Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists.

(a) (1) – (c) (2)-(b) (3) – (a) (4) – cd)
(b) (1) – (c) (2)-(d) (3) – (6) (4) – (a)
(c) (1) – (c) (2 )-(a) (3) – (b) (4) -(d)
(d) (1) – (d) (2)-(b) (3)-(c) (4) – (a)
Answer:
(b) (1) – (c), (2) – (d), (3) – (6), (4) – (a).

Correct the following statements and rewrite :

Question 19.
Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) wants to build a strong and modem India by drawing inspiration from India’s modem culture and values.
Answer:
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) wants to build a strong and modem India by drawing inspiration from India’s ancient culture and values.

Questions Based on Chronical Sequence

Question 20.
Arrange the following political parties as per their formation in chronical order :
1. Communist Party of India (CPI)
2. Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP)
3. Indian National Congress (INC)
4. Bahujan Samaj Party
(a) 1, 2, 3, 4
(b) 4, 3, 2, 1
(c) 3, 1, 2, 4
(d) 3, 2, 1, 4
Answer:
(c) 3, 1, 2, 4

Assertion and Reason

Question 21.
In the question given below, there are two statements marked as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Read the statements and chose the correct option.
Options :
(а) Both A and B are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
(b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
(c) A is correct but R is wrong
Case!Source-Based Integrated Question

Question 22.
Read the following passage and answer the questions :
Parties play a decisive role in making laws for a country. Formally, laws are debated and passed in the legislature. But since most of the members belong to a party, they go by the direction of the party leadership, irrespective of their personal opinions. Parties form and run the governments. As we noted last year, the big policy decisions are taken by political executive that comes from the political parties. Parties recruit leaders, train them and then make them ministers to run the government in the way they want.
(i) Who play a decisive role in making laws for a country ?

Answer:
Parties play a decisive role in making laws for a country.

(ii) Who form and run the government ?
Answer:
Parties form and run the government.

(iii) Big Policy decisions are taken by permanent executive. (True/false)
Answer:
False

(iv) Correct the following statement and rewrite : Laws are debated and passed in the judiciary.
Answer:
Laws are debated and passed in the Legislature.

Subjective Type Questions

Question 23.
Explain the role of the opposition party in democracy.
Answer:
(1) It voices those views which are different from the party which enjoys power.
(2) It criticises the government for its failure.
(3) It mobilises opposition to the government.
(4) It criticises the government for its wrong policies and programmes and their implementation.
(5) It keeps people at large aware of government’s wrong policies and programmes.
(6) Opposition party acts as a check and balance against the government.

Question 24.
How has multiparty system strengthened Democracy in India ? Explain.
Answer:
(1) If several parties compete for power, and more than two parties have a reasonable chance of coming to power either on their own strength or in alliance with others, we call it a multiparty system.
(2) In this system, government is formed by various parties coming together in a coalition.
(3) This system allows a variety of interests and opinions to enjoy political representation.

Question 25.
What is a political alliance ? Highlight one merit and one demerit of it.
Answer:
(1) When several parties in a multiparty system join hands for the purpose of contesting elections and winning power, it is called an alliance or a front.
(2) (i) Merit : This system allows a variety of interests and opinions to enjoy political representation.
(ii) Demerit: It often appears messy and leads to political instability.

Question 26.
Describe the importance of regional political parties in strengthening democracy.
Answer:
State or regional political parties have become more important than National parties in India because :
(1) Over the last three decades, the number and strength of these parties has expanded.
(2) This made the Parliament of India politically more and more diverse.
(3) No one national party is able to secure on its own a majority in the Lok Sabha, until 2014. As a result, the national parties are compelled to form alliance with state parties.
(4) Since 1996, nearly everyone of the State parties has got an opportunity to be a part of one or the other national level coalition government.
(5) This has contributed to the strengthening of federalism and democracy in our country.

Question 27.
Name any three regional parties and the states to which they belong.
Answer:
(1) Janata Dal (U) – Bihar
(2) Jammu and Kashmir People’s Democratic Party – Jammu and Kashmir.
(3) Shiromani Akali Dal (1920) – Punjab

Question 28.
State any three functions of the Election Commission of India.
Answer:
(1) For the conduct of fair and impartial election the Constitution provides for an independent body in the form of Election Commission which consists of Chief Election Commissioner and such other commissioners.
(2) It performs the following functions :
(i) It prepares electoral rolls for the election of Parliament, state legislatures as well as local bodies.
(ii) It supervises and controls the election machinery throughout the country, lays down general rules for election and issues notification of dates and schedules of election.
(iii) It allots symbols and accords recognition to political parties.
(iv) Election Commissioner impliments the Code of Conduct and punishes any condidate or party that violetes it.