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Maharashtra Board · Class 10 · History and Political Science

What Challenges faced by Indian Democracy covers in Maharashtra Board Class 10 History and Political Science: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session.

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4 Topics · Maharashtra Board Class 10 History and Political Science · 2026-27

Topics in Challenges faced by Indian Democracy

1

Nature of democracy and global challenges

  • Mere adoption of democracy does not automatically bring democracy into practice.
  • Alert and conscious efforts are required to sustain democracy.
  • Many democracies in the world face the challenge of military takeover.
2

Challenges before Indian democracy

  • The Government of India decentralised power and adopted reservation for women and weaker sections to make democracy more meaningful.
  • Communalism and terrorism are major challenges before Indian democracy.
  • Religious conflict harms social stability.
3

Steps to make democracy successful

  • Majority opinion has importance in democracy, but minorities must also be included in decision-making.
  • The government has a duty to consider minority interests.
  • Majority government should not become the government of the majority community.
4

Importance of studying political science

  • Civics and Political Science help citizens understand social and political problems.
  • This study helps people know whom to approach for certificates and public services.
  • It helps students become good citizens and know their rights and duties.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Challenges faced by Indian Democracy

Democracy as a living processGlobal challenges to democracyPolitical form of democracy in IndiaReal cultivation of democracyDecentralisation and reservationCommunalism and terrorismLeft extremism and NaxalismCorruption

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