Geo 1 Flashcards
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What is a Constitution?
A Constitution comprises a set of fundamental rules that govern a country. It lays down ideals that the people want their country to seek and uphold.
Why does a democratic country need a Constitution?
A democratic country needs a constitution because it provides safeguards against the misuse of power by elected representatives, ensures that the dominant group does not oppress less powerful groups, and guarantees fundamental rights for social, economic, and political welfare.
What is the difference in who exercises Executive Power in the 1990 and Interim Constitutions of Nepal?
In the 1990 Nepal constitution, the Executive powers were in the hands of the King. In the Interim constitution of 2007, the executive powers are in the hands of the council of ministers headed by the Prime Minister.
There was a dire need for a new constitution as the ideals of the people had changed.
What would happen if there were no restrictions on the power of elected representatives?
If there were no restrictions, elected representatives might misuse their authority, leading to gross injustice and mismanagement.
What do you understand by the Federal System of government?
India has a federal system of government with different levels: for the whole country, for each state, and at the village level. Both state and central governments have certain powers, with the central government holding more authority on national issues.
What Fundamental Rights does the Constitution guarantee Indian Citizens?
The Constitution guarantees Indian citizens:
(i) Right to equality
(ii) Right to freedom
(iii) Right against exploitation
(iv) Right to freedom of religion
(v) Right to constitutional remedies
(vi) Cultural and educational rights.
These rights protect citizens’ social, economic, and political welfare.
What is the Parliamentary form of government?
India has a parliamentary form of government where citizens directly elect their representatives to Parliament. The Prime Minister and Council of Ministers are selected from these representatives, and the President is a nominal head.
What is the Separation of power?
The Constitution lays down three organs of government: the legislature, the executive, and the judiciary. Each organ functions independently, ensuring checks on each other to prevent misuse of power.
Write any three fundamental rights.
1) Right to Equality
2) Right to freedom
3) Right to freedom of Religion
What is meant by Tyranny?
The cruel and unjust use of power or authority.
Define polity.
A society that has an organized political structure.
Fill in the blank: In 1934 the Indian National Congress made the demand for a __________.
constituent Assembly.
Fill in the blank: Prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru addressing the constituent Assembly __________.
first time.
Fill in the blank: Nepal became a democracy after __________.
abolishing the monarchy.
Fill in the blank: Baba sahib Dr Ambedkar is known as the father of the __________.
Indian Constitution.
Fill in the blank: The three organs of Government are __________.
legislature, Executive and Judiciary.
What is a Constitution?
A Constitution comprises a set of fundamental rules that govern a country. It lays down ideals that the people want their country to seek and uphold.
Why does a democratic country need a Constitution?
A democratic country needs a constitution because it provides safeguards against the misuse of power by elected representatives, ensures that the dominant group does not oppress less powerful groups, and guarantees fundamental rights for social, economic, and political welfare.
What is the difference in who exercises Executive Power in the 1990 and Interim Constitutions of Nepal?
In the 1990 Nepal constitution, the Executive powers were in the hands of the King. In the Interim constitution of 2007, the executive powers are in the hands of the council of ministers headed by the Prime Minister.
There was a dire need for a new constitution as the ideals of the people had changed.
What would happen if there were no restrictions on the power of elected representatives?
If there were no restrictions, elected representatives might misuse their authority, leading to gross injustice and mismanagement.
What do you understand by the Federal System of government?
India has a federal system of government with different levels: for the whole country, for each state, and at the village level. Both state and central governments have certain powers, with the central government holding more authority on national issues.
What Fundamental Rights does the Constitution guarantee Indian Citizens?
The Constitution guarantees Indian citizens:
(i) Right to equality
(ii) Right to freedom
(iii) Right against exploitation
(iv) Right to freedom of religion
(v) Right to constitutional remedies
(vi) Cultural and educational rights.
These rights protect citizens’ social, economic, and political welfare.
What is the Parliamentary form of government?
India has a parliamentary form of government where citizens directly elect their representatives to Parliament. The Prime Minister and Council of Ministers are selected from these representatives, and the President is a nominal head.
What is the Separation of power?
The Constitution lays down three organs of government: the legislature, the executive, and the judiciary. Each organ functions independently, ensuring checks on each other to prevent misuse of power.
