Federalism and Communalism

Description: This quiz is designed to assess your understanding of the concept of federalism and communalism in the context of Indian politics.
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What is the primary objective of federalism?

  1. To promote unity among diverse communities.

  2. To ensure equal distribution of resources.

  3. To protect the rights of minorities.

  4. To prevent the concentration of power in a single entity.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Federalism aims to distribute power among different levels of government to prevent the abuse of power by a single entity.

What is the main cause of communalism in India?

  1. Economic inequality.

  2. Religious differences.

  3. Political competition.

  4. Cultural diversity.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Communalism in India is primarily driven by religious differences and tensions between different religious communities.

Which of the following is a characteristic of a federal system?

  1. A single level of government.

  2. A strong central government.

  3. Division of powers between different levels of government.

  4. Limited autonomy for local governments.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Federalism involves the division of powers between different levels of government, such as the central government and state governments.

What is the impact of communalism on Indian politics?

  1. It promotes social harmony.

  2. It strengthens national unity.

  3. It leads to political instability.

  4. It enhances economic development.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Communalism can lead to political instability by creating tensions and conflicts between different religious communities, which can be exploited by political parties for their own gains.

Which of the following is a key feature of communalism?

  1. Tolerance and respect for diversity.

  2. Belief in the superiority of one's own religion.

  3. Promotion of interfaith dialogue.

  4. Rejection of religious extremism.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Communalism is characterized by the belief in the superiority of one's own religion and the discrimination against other religious communities.

How does federalism address the issue of communalism?

  1. By promoting a centralized government.

  2. By granting autonomy to religious communities.

  3. By encouraging interfaith dialogue.

  4. By dividing power between different levels of government.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Federalism can address communalism by dividing power between different levels of government, allowing each level to address the needs and concerns of its own population.

Which of the following is an example of a federal system?

  1. China.

  2. United Kingdom.

  3. India.

  4. France.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

India is an example of a federal system with a division of powers between the central government and state governments.

What is the role of political parties in communalism?

  1. They promote communal harmony.

  2. They exploit communal sentiments for political gains.

  3. They encourage interfaith dialogue.

  4. They work towards eliminating communalism.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Political parties often exploit communal sentiments for political gains by appealing to the religious identities of voters and creating divisions between different communities.

How does communalism affect the rights of minorities?

  1. It protects their rights and interests.

  2. It promotes their cultural identity.

  3. It undermines their rights and freedoms.

  4. It enhances their political participation.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Communalism can undermine the rights and freedoms of minorities by creating an environment of discrimination and persecution.

Which of the following is a challenge to federalism in India?

  1. Strong central government.

  2. Cultural diversity.

  3. Economic disparities.

  4. Linguistic diversity.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A strong central government can pose a challenge to federalism by centralizing power and reducing the autonomy of state governments.

What is the relationship between federalism and communalism in India?

  1. Federalism promotes communal harmony.

  2. Communalism strengthens federalism.

  3. Federalism can address communalism.

  4. Communalism undermines federalism.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Federalism can address communalism by dividing power between different levels of government and allowing each level to address the needs and concerns of its own population.

Which of the following is a consequence of communalism in Indian politics?

  1. Increased social cohesion.

  2. Enhanced economic development.

  3. Political instability.

  4. Improved interfaith relations.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Communalism can lead to political instability by creating tensions and conflicts between different religious communities, which can be exploited by political parties for their own gains.

How does federalism promote diversity in India?

  1. By enforcing a uniform culture.

  2. By suppressing regional languages.

  3. By recognizing and protecting cultural differences.

  4. By promoting a single national identity.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Federalism promotes diversity in India by recognizing and protecting the cultural differences of different regions and communities.

Which of the following is a key principle of federalism?

  1. Centralization of power.

  2. Separation of powers.

  3. Unitary government.

  4. Devolution of power.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Federalism is based on the principle of devolution of power, where power is divided between different levels of government.

What is the impact of communalism on the unity and integrity of India?

  1. It strengthens national unity.

  2. It promotes social harmony.

  3. It undermines national unity.

  4. It enhances economic development.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Communalism can undermine national unity by creating divisions and tensions between different religious communities, which can lead to conflicts and instability.

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