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Elections

ICSE · Class 9 · History & Civics

Flashcards for Elections — ICSE Class 9 History & Civics. Quick Q&A cards covering key concepts, definitions, and formulas.

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Card 1Meaning of Elections

What is an election?

Answer

Election is a procedure whereby persons are chosen, by voting, to represent the voters for running the government. In a democracy, elections help people choose their representatives for public decisio

Card 2Meaning of Elections

Why are elections important in a democracy?

Answer

Elections allow citizens to choose representatives and change the government in a peaceful way. They make government accountable to the people and give people a say in how power is used.

Card 3Political Parties

What is a political party?

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A political party is a group of people holding similar views or beliefs. In elections, parties contest seats and the party or combination of parties with the largest number of votes forms the governme

Card 4Types of Elections

Direct elections: what does this term mean?

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In direct elections, people vote directly to elect their representatives. Examples are the election of members of the Lok Sabha and the State Legislative Assemblies.

Card 5Types of Elections

Indirect elections: what does this term mean?

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In indirect elections, people do not vote directly for the final office-holder. Instead, elected representatives choose the person. Examples are elections to the Rajya Sabha, the President of India, t

Card 6Types of Elections

Which bodies are elected by direct election in India?

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The Lok Sabha and the State Legislative Assemblies are elected directly by the people. This means ordinary voters cast their votes for candidates contesting these bodies.

Card 7Parliament

Which body is called the House of the People?

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The Lok Sabha is called the House of the People. Its members are directly elected by the people of India.

Card 8Parliament

Which body is called the Council of States?

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The Rajya Sabha is called the Council of States. It is the permanent upper house at the Union level and has not more than 250 members.

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What are the important topics in Elections for ICSE Class 9 History & Civics?
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