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CBSE · Class 9 · Social Science

What Elections covers in CBSE Class 9 Social Science: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Part of the CBSE Class 9 Social Science syllabus.

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4 Topics · CBSE Class 9 Social Science · 2026-27

Topics in Elections

1

Why Elections Matter

  • Elections allow citizens to choose representatives for public offices.
  • Regular and periodic elections are essential because elected representatives must remain accountable to the people.
  • In India, Lok Sabha, Vidhan Sabha, and local body elections are direct elections.
2

Electoral Systems

  • The electoral system decides how votes are converted into seats.
  • The framers of the Constitution chose the plurality system, also known as the First-Past-The-Post system.
  • Lok Sabha and Vidhan Sabha elections use FPTP.
3

Counting and Transfer of Votes in STV

  • Voters mark their preferences in order.
  • First preference votes are counted first.
  • Candidates who reach the quota are elected.
4

Election Laws

  • The Representation of the People Act, 1950 deals with allocation of seats, delimitation, electoral rolls, and voting rights.
  • The Representation of the People Act, 1951 deals with conduct of elections and post-election disputes.
  • Only citizens above 18 years of age have the right to vote without discrimination under the Representation of the People Act, 1950.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Elections

Why elections matterDirect electionsIndirect electionsElectoral systemsThe election machineryElection Commission of IndiaDelimitationElection laws

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What are the important topics in Elections for CBSE Class 9 Social Science?
Key topics in Elections include Why Elections Matter, Electoral Systems, Counting and Transfer of Votes in STV, Election Laws. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 9 exams.
How should I revise Elections for Class 9 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 64 practice questions on Elections. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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