Indian Politics - Study Mode

[#131] The states of India are demanding more autonomy than centre in the areas of-
Correct Answer

(D) All of these

Explanation

Solution: Indian states are demanding more legislative, administrative and financial autonomy from Centre. Sarkaria commission also suggested measures to grant more autonomy to state.

[#132] Which of the following is not a good argument in favour of democracy? 1. Democracy enhances the dignity of citizens II. Democracies are more prosperous than others III. Democracies resolve conflicts in a better way
Correct Answer

(C) Only II

Explanation

Solution: It cannot be explicitly stated that democracies are more prosperous than other. Undoubtedly, democracies have enhnced the dignity of citizes and ensured resolution of conflicts in better manners.

[#133] Who said 'The God, who gave us life, gave us the liberty at the same time'?
Correct Answer

(C) Jefferson

Explanation

Solution: It was said by Thomas Jefferson. He was chief architect of Declaration of Independence of USA and later served as the third President of USA.

[#134] Who is the father of 'Utilitarian School of Thought'?
Correct Answer

(B) Bentham

Explanation

Solution: Jeremy Bentham and John Stuart Mill are known as the Father of 'Utilitarian School of Thought'. Utilitarianism emphasize on maximising the good, that is to bring about the greatest amount of good for the greatest number.

[#135] As per John Locke, an English philosopher and physician, which is Dot a Natural Right?
Correct Answer

(D) Right to Vote

Explanation

Solution: John Locke was a prominent westen philosopher who conceptualized rights as natural and inalienable. There rights are not dependent on any law of any particular government or culture. They are universal. John Locke believed in natural right to life, liberty, equality and property. Right to vote is a political right.