SEBA Class 7 Social Science (English Medium) Chapter 23 – Election and Election Process Solutions & Summary
SEBA Class 7 Social Science Chapter 23 – “Election and Election Process” explains the importance of elections in a democracy and how they ensure public participation in governance. This chapter covers the different types of elections, such as General Elections, State Elections, and Local Body Elections, along with the roles of political parties, candidates, and voters in the electoral process.
Students will learn about the structure of the Election Commission, voter eligibility, the process of nomination, campaigning, voting, and the declaration of results. The importance of free and fair elections, the role of EVMs (Electronic Voting Machines), and measures to prevent election malpractices such as rigging and bribery are also discussed.
Additionally, the chapter highlights the significance of universal adult suffrage, the responsibilities of a good voter, and the impact of elections on governance.
Our solutions provide NCERT-based textbook answers, multiple-choice questions (MCQs), and a detailed chapter summary to help students understand the democratic process and prepare effectively for their exams.
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Class 7 Social Science
Chapter – 23 Ospin Academy
Election and Election Process
Exercise:
1. Answer briefly:
(a) Who elects the members of Legislative Assembly?
Ans: Counting the votes takes place a few days after the poll. After counting, the Governor invites the leader of the party getting majority to form the government.
(b) What is a Ruling Party?
Ans: The party winning a majority from the government. The party thus forming the government is called the Ruling party.
(c) When is Mid-term Election held?
Ans: If the party fails to form the government, the President, before completion of the specified term of the ministry, shall dissolve the government and order for a re-election. Such an election is called a Mid-term election,
(d) What is the tenure of state Legislative Assembly?
Ans: The tenure of the state government is five (5) years so is that of the state Assembly.
(e) Write the names of two national parties.
Ans: Congress and Bharatia Janata party.
(f) Name a Regional Party of Assam.
Ans: Assam Gana Parishad.
2. Write the answer:
(a) What is the form of election procedure in India? Explain.
Ans: In India election is held through certain procedures. In order to conduct various elections, the President of India constitutes an Election Commission at the centre. In this commission there is one Chief Election Commissioner and two Election Commissioners. The President appoints the Chief Election Commissioner. A similar commission is also constituted in each state. For smooth conduct of election, the Election Commission, in consultation with the central and the state government, finalises the date and programme of election. The date of submission of nomination papers, scrutiny and withdrawal of nomination and announcement of election results are all fixed by the Election Commission. The principles and guidelines of the Election Commission are strict.
(b) What are the activities of political parties in a democracy?
Ans: Especially political parties play a very important role in the representative democracy. There are several political parties in our country. Some of them are national parties while others are regional. Each of them is based on certain ideals. A political party grows on the basis of its nation wide organisational strength with emphasis on their own ideological point. In order to return a national political party it has to receive recognition from the election commission.
(c) How does the opposition party control the government?
Ans: (i) Help to hold a free and competitive election by making the people politically conscious.
(ii) Helps the government to be in the right direction.
(iii) The opposition party generates public opinion for implementation of the government schemes.
(iv) Make constructive suggestion in the making of law. Points out the faults if needed.
(v) The opposition party via the speaker of the house takes the account of activities from the relevant ministers.
(d) Is election necessary in a democracy? Give reasons.
Ans: Elections are important for democracy as it offers a crucial chance to enhance democracy and promote political liberalization. Elections are fundamental and a prerequisite for a democracy. It is through elections that people exercise their power to choose or change their leaders.
3. Choose the correct answer:
(a) The President of India is elected directly /indirectly.
Ans: Indirectly.
(b) The number of Lok Sabha seat is 545/126.
Ans: 545.
(c) Telegu Desam is a regional/national political party.
Ans: regional political party.
(d) The Chief Minister is appointed by the Governor/the President.
Ans: Governor.
4. Write short notes:
(a) Universal Adult Franchise.
Ans: All the Indian citizens who attain the age of 18 can exercise their right to vote. All adult citizen of that required specific age, irrespective of their religion, caste, language, sex and gender can acquire the right to vote. Hence, it is called universal adult franchise.
(b) Election Commission.
Ans: In order to conduct various elections, the President of India constitutes an Election Commission at the centre. In this commission there is one Chief Election Commissioner and two Election Commissioners. The President appoints the Chief Election Commissioner. A similar commission is also constituted in each state. For smooth conduct of election, the Election Commission, in consultation with the central and the state government, finalises the date and programme of election. The date of submission of nomination papers, scrutiny and withdrawal of nomination and announcement of election results are all fixed by the Election Commission.
(b) Political Party.
Ans: Political party is one of the most important parts of democracy. As the voters are essential in the democratic system of election, so are the political parties. Especially political parties play a very important role in the representative democracy. There are several political parties in our country. Some of them are national parties while others are regional. Each of them is based on certain ideals. A political party grows on the basis of its nation wide organisational strength with emphasis on their own ideological point.
5. Project Work:
With the help of your different teacher/guardian, prepare a list on the number FRT, Assam of seats won by political parties in the Assam Legislative Assembly Election, 2016.
Ans: Student do yourself.
Q1: Why are elections important in a democracy?
A: Elections allow citizens to choose their representatives, ensure accountability in governance, and uphold democratic principles.
Q2: What are the main steps in the election process?
A: The election process includes voter registration, nomination of candidates, campaigning, voting, counting of votes, and result declaration.
Q3: Who is eligible to vote in India?
A: Any Indian citizen aged 18 or above is eligible to vote, provided they have a valid Voter ID and are registered in the electoral roll.
Q4: What is the role of the Election Commission of India?
A: The Election Commission conducts free and fair elections, regulates political parties, monitors election expenses, and enforces the Model Code of Conduct.
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