Practice Sheet Class 10th One-Shot Series

POWER SHARING
1. What is power sharing? 8. In a federal form of government, how is power
(A) Concentration of power in one authority shared?
(B) Distribution of power among different levels (A) Between the legislative and executive
of government branches
(C) Ignoring power dynamics (B) Among different levels of government -
(D) Power struggle among individuals central and regional
(C) Between the rich and the poor
2. Which form of power sharing is based on the (D) Among political parties
principle of linguistic or cultural diversity?
(A) Horizontal distribution of power 9. Who can be considered a key participant in the
(B) Vertical distribution of power process of power-sharing in a democracy?
(C) Community government (A) Only elected representatives
(D) social power sharing (B) Only political leaders
(C) Only the President
3. In which country is power sharing based on the (D) Citizens and their elected representatives
formula of Grand Coalition?
(A) India
10. What is the primary focus of power-sharing in
(B) Belgium
democracy?
(C) Sri Lanka
(A) Economic development
(D) Switzerland
(B) Cultural homogeneity
(C) Political instability
4. What does the term 'Prudential' mean in the
(D) Accommodation of diversities
context of power sharing?
(A) Ethical sharing of power
11. Which country is an example of power-sharing
(B) Practical sharing of power
among linguistic communities?
(C) Theoretical sharing of power
(D) Religious sharing of power (A) India (B) Russia
(C) China (D) Australia
5. Which type of power sharing is suitable for a
country with social and ethnic diversity? 12. What is the objective of the 'Community
(A) Horizontal power sharing Government' model of power sharing?
(B) Vertical power sharing (A) Promoting religious discrimination
(C) Majoritarian power sharing (B) Empowering local communities
(D) Community government (C) Concentrating power in urban areas
(D) Ignoring rural areas
6. What is the purpose of the 'Majoritarianism'
principle? 13. What is the significance of power-sharing in
(A) Protect minority rights maintaining social harmony?
(B) Concentrate power in the majority (A) It leads to power concentration
community (B) It reduces the chances of conflict
(C) Promote individual liberties (C) It encourages authoritarianism
(D) Ensure proportional representation (D) It promotes economic inequality

7. Which community in Sri Lanka faced the issue of 14. Which Constitutional Amendment in India is
majoritarianism, leading to tensions and conflicts? related to decentralization of power?
(A) Tamils (B) Sinhalese (A) 40th Amendment (B) 73rd Amendment
(C) Muslims (D) Malays (C) 86th Amendment (D) 99th Amendment
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15. Which principle of power sharing promotes the 20. Discuss the role of political parties in power-
idea of 'Unity in Diversity'? sharing in a democracy.
(A) Coalition
(B) Federalism 21. Examine the impact of majoritarianism on
(C) Linguistic diversity minority communities with reference to any real-
(D) Majoritarianism life example.

16. Explain the concept of 'Horizontal Distribution of 22. How does the principle of 'Prudential' power
Power' with suitable examples. sharing differ from other forms of power sharing?
Provide examples.
17. Discuss the challenges faced by Belgium in the
23. Explain the concept of 'Grand Coalition' with
context of power sharing.
reference to the Belgian political system.

18. How does federalism contribute to power sharing?

24. How does the idea of 'Power Sharing' contribute
Explain with reference to any federal country.
to the long-term stability of a nation?

19. Elaborate on the concept of 'Community 25. Discuss the role of decentralization in power-
Government' as a form of power sharing. sharing, citing examples from the Indian context.

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 ANSWER KEY
1. (B) 14. (B)
2. (C) 15. (B)
3. (B) 16. (Check Solution)
4. (B) 17. (Check Solution)
5. (D) 18. (Check Solution)
6. (B) 19. (Check Solution)
7. (A) 20. (Check Solution)
8. (B) 21. (Check Solution)
9. (D) 22. (Check Solution)
10. (D) 23. (Check Solution)
11. (A) 24. (Check Solution)
12. (B) 25. (Check Solution)
13. (B)

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1. (B) Distribution of power among different levels 17. Challenges Faced by Belgium in Power
of government Sharing:
 Belgium faces challenges in power sharing due
2. (C) community government to linguistic and regional differences between
the Dutch-speaking Flanders and French-
speaking Wallonia.
3. (B) Belgium  The need to accommodate both communities in
a diverse federal structure has led to difficulties
4. (B) Practical sharing of power in decision-making and the formation of stable
governments.
5. (D) community government
18. Federalism's Contribution to Power Sharing:
6. (B) Concentrate power in the majority  Federalism involves the division of powers
community between a central government and sub
national entities.
 This ensures power sharing between different
7. (A) Tamils
levels of government, preventing the
concentration of authority.
8. (B) Among different levels of government -  In India, for instance, federalism allows
central and regional states to have their own governments and
legislatures, contributing to power
9. (D) Citizens and their elected representatives distribution.

10. (D) Accommodation of diversities 19. Community Government as Power Sharing:

 Community government involves giving
autonomy and decision-making powers to
11. (A) India
local communities.
 An example is the system of Panchayati Raj
12. (B) Empowering local communities in India, where local villages have elected
councils with the authority to manage local
13. (B) It reduces the chances of conflict affairs, promoting grassroots power sharing.

14. (B) 73rd Amendment 20. Role of Political Parties in Power Sharing:
 Political parties play a crucial role in power
sharing by representing diverse interests and
15. (B) Federalism
ideologies.
 In a democracy, parties compete for power
16. Horizontal Distribution of Power: through elections, and the party or coalition
 The concept of horizontal distribution of that wins shares in governance.
power refers to the division of powers and  This ensures that different perspectives are
responsibilities among different organs or considered in decision-making.
levels of government at the same level.
 This ensures a system of checks and balances 21. Impact of Majoritarianism on Minority
where no single entity has unchecked Communities:
authority.  Majoritarianism, where the majority makes
 An example is the United States, where decisions without considering minority
power is distributed horizontally among the interests, can marginalize minority
Executive, Legislative, and Judicial branches. communities.
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  An example is the treatment of Rohingya 24. Contribution of Power Sharing to Long-Term
Muslims in Myanmar, where the majority Stability:
Buddhist population has contributed to the  Power sharing accommodates diverse
persecution and displacement of the minority interests, preventing the domination of one
Rohingya. group.
 This inclusivity fosters social harmony,
22. Prudential Power Sharing vs. Other Forms: reduces conflicts, and enhances the
 Prudential power sharing involves sharing legitimacy of the government.
power for the overall well-being and stability  In the long term, power sharing contributes to
of the nation. the stability and sustainability of a nation.
 Unlike other forms focused on addressing
specific conflicts, prudential power sharing 25. Role of Decentralization in Power Sharing in
aims for long-term stability. India:
 Examples include consociationalism, where
 Decentralization in India, through the
diverse groups cooperate for the common
Panchayati Raj system, empowers local
good.
governments, allowing them to make
decisions on local issues.
23. Grand Coalition in Belgian Political System:
 This form of power sharing ensures that
 A grand coalition in Belgium involves major
governance is responsive to local needs and
political parties from different linguistic
encourages citizen participation, enhancing
communities forming a coalition government
overall democratic stability.
to ensure representation from both sides.
 This is a strategy to overcome the challenges
of linguistic diversity and foster cooperation
for effective governance.

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