Power Sharing PYQ Class 10

Belgium solved its problem of majoritarianism by strengthening which of the following types of government?

[1 marks]

Read the given source and answer the questions that follow : 

Read the given source and answer the questions that follow : An Experiment in Brazil

A city called Porto Alegre in Brazil has carried out an extraordinary experiment in combining decentralisation with participative democracy. The city has set up a parallel organisation operating alongside the municipal council, enabling local inhabitants to take real decisions for their city. The nearly 13 lakh people in this city get to participate in making the budget for their own city. The city is divided into many sectors or what we call wards. Each sector has a meeting, like that of the gram sabha, in which anyone living in that area can participate. There are some meetings to discuss issues that affect the entire city. Any citizen of the city can participate in those meetings. The budget of the city is discussed in these meetings. The proposals are put to the municipality that takes a final decision about it.

(35.1) Explain the meaning of 'participatory democracy'.

(35.2) In the context of separation of powers, the given example defines which type of government?

(35.3) Describe the structure of the system in India which is almost similar to the above example of Brazil.

[4 marks]

Which of the following was the primary objective of Belgium to form the separate government in Brussels ?

[1 marks]

What role do 'checks and balances' play in a democratic country? Choose the most suitable option from the following.

[1 marks]

Why is power sharing desirable ? Explain.

[2 marks]

Consider the following statements on Power Sharing and choose the correct option:

I. It deepens democracy.

II. It helps to reduce conflicts among social groups.

III. It is a way to ensure political stability.

IV. It brings socio-economic struggles.

[1 mark]