Extra 40 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) with answers from the chapter "Political Theory: An Introduction" of Class 11 Political Science:
What is the main focus of political theory?
a) Economic development
b) Political ideas and principles
c) Scientific discoveries
d) Technological advancements
Ans: b) Political ideas and principles
Which of the following is NOT a part of political theory?
a) Concepts like justice and equality
b) Study of government policies
c) Biological evolution
d) Political ideologies
Ans:
c) Biological evolution
What is the meaning of ‘Politics’?
a) Struggle for power
b) War strategies
c) Business negotiations
d) Literature study
Ans:
a) Struggle for power
Political theory deals with questions related to:
a) Space exploration
b) Economic inflation
c) Justice, equality, and rights
d) Medical research
Ans:
c) Justice, equality, and rights
Which Greek philosopher is known as the "Father of Political Science"?
a) Socrates
b) Aristotle
c) Plato
d) Machiavelli
Ans:
b) Aristotle
The book ‘The Republic’ was written by:
a) Aristotle
b) Karl Marx
c) John Locke
d) Plato
Ans:
d) Plato
Which of the following is NOT a political value?
a) Justice
b) Equality
c) Love
d) Freedom
Ans:
c) Love
Which of the following is a characteristic of democracy?
a) Rule by a single person
b) Free and fair elections
c) Military rule
d) Suppression of opposition
Ans:
b) Free and fair elections
Which ideology supports the idea of collective ownership of resources?
a) Capitalism
b) Socialism
c) Liberalism
d) Fascism
Ans:
b) Socialism
Who among the following is associated with the concept of the ‘Social Contract’?
a) Karl Marx
b) John Locke
c) Mahatma Gandhi
d) Montesquieu
Ans:
b) John Locke
Which concept ensures fairness and impartiality in society?
a) Power
b) Justice
c) Capitalism
d) Monarchy
Ans:
b) Justice
Which term refers to the ability to influence others?
a) Power
b) Authority
c) Governance
d) Ideology
Ans:
a) Power
Which ideology emphasizes individual freedom and free markets?
a) Socialism
b) Communism
c) Liberalism
d) Totalitarianism
Ans:
c) Liberalism
What is the key feature of democracy?
a) Absolute power of the ruler
b) Participation of citizens
c) Military control
d) Unequal distribution of resources
Ans:
b) Participation of citizens
Which of the following is a principle of justice?
a) Fair treatment of all
b) Giving more power to the rich
c) Supporting dictatorship
d) Denying freedom to people
Ans:
a) Fair treatment of all
Who wrote "The Communist Manifesto"?
a) Adam Smith
b) Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels
c) John Locke
d) Rousseau
Ans:
b) Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels
Which of the following is NOT a feature of a totalitarian state?
a) State control over economy
b) Freedom of speech
c) Single-party rule
d) Suppression of opposition
Ans:
b) Freedom of speech
Which political theory argues for minimal state intervention in the economy?
a) Liberalism
b) Socialism
c) Communism
d) Fascism
Ans:
a) Liberalism
What does 'Equality before the law' mean?
a) Laws apply differently to rich and poor
b) All citizens are subject to the same laws
c) Only politicians are bound by law
d) No one should follow laws
Ans:
b) All citizens are subject to the same laws
Which ideology promotes the idea of a classless society?
a) Socialism
b) Capitalism
c) Communism
d) Fascism
Ans:
c) Communism
Who wrote "Two Treatises of Government"?
a) Thomas Hobbes
b) John Locke
c) Rousseau
d) Plato
Ans:
b) John Locke
What does the term "Sovereignty" mean?
a) Supreme authority of a state
b) Economic growth
c) Freedom of press
d) Religious beliefs
Ans:
a) Supreme authority of a state
Which institution is responsible for making laws?
a) Judiciary
b) Executive
c) Legislature
d) Media
Ans:
c) Legislature
Which organ of government interprets laws?
a) Judiciary
b) Executive
c) Legislature
d) Media
Ans:
a) Judiciary
Which system of government allows power to be divided between central and state governments?
a) Monarchy
b) Federalism
c) Dictatorship
d) Totalitarianism
Ans:
b) Federalism
Which of the following is NOT a function of political parties?
a) Contesting elections
b) Making laws
c) Printing currency
d) Mobilizing public opinion
Ans:
c) Printing currency
Who among the following is a proponent of the idea of "Separation of Powers"?
a) Aristotle
b) Montesquieu
c) Karl Marx
d) Lenin
Ans:
b) Montesquieu
Which form of government is ruled by a king or queen?
a) Republic
b) Democracy
c) Monarchy
d) Dictatorship
Ans:
c) Monarchy
Which document lays down the fundamental political principles of a country?
a) Constitution
b) Newspaper
c) Political manifesto
d) Supreme Court order
Ans:
a) Constitution
What is the main function of the executive branch of government?
a) Implementing laws
b) Making laws
c) Resolving disputes
d) Writing books
Ans:
a) Implementing laws
Which is NOT an example of a political institution?
a) Parliament
b) Election Commission
c) Supreme Court
d) Hospital
Ans:
d) Hospital
Which form of democracy involves direct participation of citizens?
a) Representative democracy
b) Indirect democracy
c) Direct democracy
d) Military rule
Ans:
c) Direct democracy
33. Which political system allows people to elect representatives to govern on their behalf?
a) Direct democracy
b) Dictatorship
c) Representative democracy
d) Monarchy
Ans: c) Representative democracy
34. What is the primary aim of political science?
a) Studying nature
b) Analysing political ideas and governance
c) Promoting wars
d) Managing businesses
Ans: b) Analysing political ideas and governance
35. What is the key feature of a socialist economy?
a) Private ownership of industries
b) Government control over resources
c) No taxation
d) Free-market competition
Ans: b) Government control over resources
36. Who among the following is considered the founder of modern political science?
a) Karl Marx
b) Aristotle
c) Machiavelli
d) John Locke
Ans: c) Machiavelli
37. What is the primary function of a constitution in a democracy?
a) Control economic activities
b) Define the structure and powers of government
c) Eliminate opposition parties
d) Promote religious beliefs
Ans: b) Define the structure and powers of government
38. The idea of ‘Welfare State’ is associated with which political ideology?
a) Liberalism
b) Capitalism
c) Communism
d) Socialism
Ans: d) Socialism
39. What is the main objective of political participation in a democracy?
a) To establish a dictatorship
b) To influence government decisions
c) To restrict public opinion
d) To promote economic monopolies
Ans: b) To influence government decisions
40. What is the role of pressure groups in a democracy?
a) To overthrow the government
b) To influence public policies
c) To create economic barriers
d) To abolish elections
Ans: b) To influence public policies
