Question 4 [Fill in the blanks] - MCQ Questions (1 Mark) - Chapter 1 Class 7 Political Science - Democracy - Political Science

____ and ____ are two important tools of democracy with which people can shape the destiny of the country.

A. Elections, Public opinion

B. Rule of law, equality before the law

C. Fixed term, Government

D. Village panchayats, local institutions

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Answer:

Answer by Student

So, the correct answer is (A): Elections, Public opinion

Detailed Explanation by Teachoo

Let’s check all the options

• Option (A) Elections, Public opinion - Elections are the process of choosing the representatives of the government by the people. Public opinion is the collective views and wishes of the people that influence the policies of the government. These are two important tools of democracy with which people can shape the destiny of the country by participating in governance and holding the government accountable. So, this is correct .
  
  
• Option (B) Rule of law, equality before the law - Rule of law is the principle that everyone is equal before the law and no one is above it. Equality before the law is the state of being equal in status, rights and opportunities. These are two important features of democracy that ensure justice and fairness for all. But they are not tools with which people can shape the destiny of the country. So, this is incorrect .
  
  
• Option (C) Fixed term, Government - Fixed term is the duration for which the elected representatives hold office before new elections are held. Government is the system or group of people that governs a country or state. These are two important aspects of democracy that ensure stability and accountability. But they are not tools with which people can shape the destiny of the country. So, this is incorrect .
  
  
• Option (D) Village panchayats, local institutions - Village panchayats are the basic units of local self-government in rural India, where the people elect their representatives and participate in decision making. Local institutions are the organizations or associations that operate at the local level and serve the interests of the people. These are two important components of democracy that ensure decentralization and empowerment. But they are not tools with which people can shape the destiny of the country. So, this is incorrect .

Thus, option (A) is correct

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