Extra 40 MCQ questions with answers from Chapter:3 Democracy and Diversity (Class 10 CBSE Political Science).
MCQs on Democracy and Diversity
1-10: Understanding Social Diversity
Which of the following is an example of social diversity?
a) Different languages spoken in a country
b) Different types of food available
c) Different climate zones
d) Different types of forests
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Answer:
a) Different languages spoken in a country
Social differences are usually based on:
a) Birth
b) Religion
c) Region
d) All of the above
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Answer:
d) All of the above
Which of the following is NOT a basis for social division?
a) Gender
b) Nationality
c) Eye
color
d) Religion
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Answer:
c) Eye
colour
Which of the following best explains the term ‘migrant’?
a) A person who moves from one country to another
b) A person who stays in one place permanently
c) A person who is born in a foreign country
d) A person who owns land in multiple places
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Answer:
a) A person who moves from one country to another
Which of the following is NOT a cause of social differences?
a) Birth
b) Choice
c) Political System
d) Education
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Answer:
c) Political System
In which of the following cases can social divisions take place?
a) Between different religions
b) Among people of the same religion
c) Within a nation
d) All of the above
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Answer:
d) All of the above
Which country saw a Civil Rights Movement due to racial discrimination?
a) South Africa
b) United States of America
c) India
d) Canada
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Answer:
b) United States of America
Apartheid was a system of racial discrimination in:
a) USA
b) India
c) South Africa
d) Australia
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Answer:
c) South Africa
Who led the Civil Rights Movement in the USA?
a) Nelson Mandela
b) Martin Luther King Jr.
c) Mahatma Gandhi
d) Abraham Lincoln
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Answer:
b) Martin Luther King Jr.
What was the Black Power Movement?
a) A violent protest against racial discrimination
b) A non-violent movement against apartheid
c) A movement encouraging African-Americans to demand equality
d) A campaign to separate races
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Answer:
c) A movement encouraging African-Americans to demand equality
11-20: Political Expression of Social Diversity
When does social division become political?
a) When people start competing for money
b) When people demand power and representation
c) When there are cultural differences
d) When people ignore their differences
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Answer:
b) When people demand power and representation
What does the term ‘homogeneous society’ mean?
a) A society where everyone follows different cultures
b) A society that has only one language and one culture
c) A society where diversity is encouraged
d) A society where political parties do not exist
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Answer:
b) A society that has only one language and one culture
Which country has the most diverse population in the world?
a) China
b) India
c) Brazil
d) Russia
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Answer:
b) India
Which factor can turn social divisions into political conflicts?
a) Political leaders exploiting differences
b) Equal distribution of resources
c) Economic development
d) Strong governance
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Answer:
a) Political leaders exploiting differences
Which country faced a civil war due to ethnic conflicts between the Sinhalese and Tamils?
a) Myanmar
b) Sri Lanka
c) Pakistan
d) Bangladesh
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Answer:
b) Sri Lanka
Which social group in Sri Lanka was discriminated against?
a) Sinhalese
b) Tamils
c) Buddhists
d) Muslims
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Answer:
b) Tamils
Which type of political system best manages social diversity?
a) Democracy
b) Monarchy
c) Dictatorship
d) Oligarchy
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Answer:
a) Democracy
Which of the following is a positive effect of social differences?
a) Social harmony
b) Conflict and tension
c) Suppression of minorities
d) None of the above
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Answer:
a) Social harmony
What makes democracy successful in handling social divisions?
a) Equal participation of all communities
b) Suppressing social movements
c) Eliminating political opposition
d) Ignoring diversity
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Answer:
a) Equal participation of all communities
In which country do Catholics and Protestants form two major social groups?
a) Germany
b) Northern Ireland
c) France
d) Canada
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Answer:
b) Northern Ireland
21. What led to the Civil Rights Movement in the USA?
a) Gender discrimination
b) Racial discrimination against African-Americans
c) Economic crisis
d) Religious conflicts
✅ Answer: b) Racial discrimination against African-Americans
22. What was the primary reason for ethnic conflict in Sri Lanka?
a) Political rivalry
b) Discrimination against Tamils by the Sinhalese government
c) Economic instability
d) Religious differences
✅ Answer: b) Discrimination against Tamils by the Sinhalese government
23. Why did democracy work well in Belgium?
a) The Dutch-speaking population ruled over others
b) The French-speaking population was in majority
c) Power-sharing among linguistic groups prevented conflicts
d) The king controlled all decisions
✅ Answer: c) Power-sharing among linguistic groups prevented conflicts
24. Which African leader fought against apartheid?
a) Martin Luther King Jr.
b) Mahatma Gandhi
c) Nelson Mandela
d) Barack Obama
✅ Answer: c) Nelson Mandela
25. Name the movement that fought for equal rights for African-Americans in the USA.
a) Anti-Apartheid Movement
b) Black Power Movement
c) Civil Rights Movement
d) Feminist Movement
✅ Answer: c) Civil Rights Movement
26. What role does democracy play in managing diversity?
a) It suppresses minority voices
b) It provides political rights and representation to different groups
c) It favors only the majority community
d) It eliminates all cultural differences
✅ Answer: b) It provides political rights and representation to different groups
27. What was the result of power-sharing in Belgium?
a) Increased tensions between Dutch and French-speaking communities
b) Peaceful coexistence between linguistic groups
c) The French-speaking community dominated
d) The Dutch-speaking community was removed from power
✅ Answer: b) Peaceful coexistence between linguistic groups
28. What was the impact of Apartheid in South Africa?
a) Equal rights for all citizens
b) Racial segregation and discrimination
c) Freedom for black citizens
d) Integration of all races
✅ Answer: b) Racial segregation and discrimination
29. What was the role of Martin Luther King Jr. in the USA?
a) He led the Civil Rights Movement against racial discrimination
b) He fought against colonial rule
c) He introduced apartheid policies
d) He became the first African-American president
✅ Answer: a) He led the Civil Rights Movement against racial discrimination
30. What was the primary aim of the Black Power Movement?
a) Encouraging African-Americans to demand equal rights
b) Supporting segregation policies
c) Promoting white supremacy
d) Establishing a separate nation for black people
✅ Answer: a) Encouraging African-Americans to demand equal rights
31. What does democracy promote in a socially diverse country?
a) Suppression of minorities
b) Equality and participation
c) A single national identity
d) Discrimination based on race
✅ Answer: b) Equality and participation
32. How do social divisions weaken democracy?
a) By increasing voter participation
b) By causing conflicts and political instability
c) By encouraging unity
d) By promoting social equality
✅ Answer: b) By causing conflicts and political instability
33. Which social movement in South Africa opposed racial discrimination?
a) Civil Rights Movement
b) Anti-Apartheid Movement
c) Black Power Movement
d) Feminist Movement
✅ Answer: b) Anti-Apartheid Movement
34. What is the main cause of social divisions?
a) Differences in religion, language, caste, and ethnicity
b) Equal opportunities for all
c) Economic stability
d) Strong governance
✅ Answer: a) Differences in religion, language, caste, and ethnicity
35. Which form of government allows diversity to be respected?
a) Dictatorship
b) Monarchy
c) Democracy
d) Totalitarianism
✅ Answer: c) Democracy
36. Which country is an example of successful power-sharing in a diverse society?
a) Belgium
b) Sri Lanka
c) China
d) Russia
✅ Answer: a) Belgium
37. What is the best way to resolve social conflicts?
a) Ignoring diversity
b) Power-sharing and equal representation
c) Enforcing a single religion
d) Suppressing opposition parties
✅ Answer: b) Power-sharing and equal representation
38. Which movement inspired other civil rights movements worldwide?
a) Anti-Apartheid Movement
b) Civil Rights Movement in the USA
c) Russian Revolution
d) Industrial Revolution
✅ Answer: b) Civil Rights Movement in the USA
39. Which country follows a majoritarian rule that discriminates against minorities?
a) Sri Lanka
b) Belgium
c) Switzerland
d) Canada
✅ Answer: a) Sri Lanka
40. Why is diversity important in a democracy?
a) It ensures equal rights for all citizens
b) It creates division among people
c) It leads to instability
d) It reduces political participation
✅ Answer: a) It ensures equal rights for all citizens
