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POLITICAL SCIENCE
CLASS-XI
SET A
Marking Scheme
Date:
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS:
Rajender Prasad
1976
Gandhiji
A direct democracy is one where the citizens directly participate in the day-to-
day decision making and in the running of the government.
8. ‘I disapprove of what you say but I will defend to death your right to say it’. 1
Which political thinker gave this statement?
Voltaire’s
a list of rights mentioned and protected by the constitution is called the ‘bill of
rights’.
1978
Article 21: Protection of life and personal liberty—No person shall be deprived
of his life or personal liberty except according to procedure established by law.
Liberals uphold the principle of competition as the most efficient and fair way
of distributing resources and rewards in society. They believe that while states
may have to intervene to try and ensure a minimum standard of living and
equal opportunities for all, this cannot by itself bring equality and justice to
society. Competition between people in free and fair conditions is the most just
and efficient way of distributing rewards in a society.
13. Which fundamental right is termed as the ‘Heart and Soul of the Indian 1
constitution?
politics arises from the fact that we have different visions. It involves the
multiple negotiations that go on in society through which collective decisions
are made.
Two-thirds majority of those present and voting, and Simple majority of the
total membership of the House.
17. What is the full form of NHRC? When was it founded? 0.5+0.5=1
Economic disparity
Canadian constitution
20. What is the reason for the inequalities present between men and women? 1
result of patriarchy
27. ‘Policies of affirmative action are supported for making the society more equal.’ 4
Comment
28. Read the passage carefully and answer the questions given below: 2+2+1=5
‘Since the actions of the government affect us deeply we take a lively interest in
what governments do. We form associations and organize campaigns to
articulate our demands. We negotiate with others and try to shape the goals
that governments pursue. When we disagree with the policies of the
government, we protest and organize demonstration to persuade our
governments to change the existing laws. We passionately debate the actions of
our representatives and discuss whether corruption has increased or
decreased. We ask whether corruption can be rooted out; whether
reservations for specific groups are just or not. We try to understand why
some parties and leaders win elections. In this way we look for the rationale
underlying the prevalent chaos and decay, and aspire to create a better world.’
29. Read the passage carefully and answer the questions given below: 1+2+2=5
30. Study the picture given below and answer the questions that follows: 1+2+2=5
a) Why do you think that that above picture doesn’t represent the idea of
equality?
b) How can be the idea of equality be ensured to the diversified groups?
Give example for the same.
c) List out some inequalities present in our country.
31. Study the picture given below and answer the questions that follows: 2+1+2=5
Limitations on the
powers of government
Aspirations and goals of a society
Or
First of all, political theory is relevant for all the above target
groups. As high school students, we may choose one of the above
professions in the future and so indirectly it is relevant for us even
now.
Or
Examine how right to Freedom is guaranteed to Indian citizens and what are
the necessary restrictions imposed by the government?
Or