Practice Consequences (6.2.2) - The Crisis of Democratic Order - CBSE 12 Politics in India Since Independence

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Lesson 6.2.2The Crisis of Democratic Order

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Question 1.
What does the term 'Emergency' refer to in Indian political context?
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Think of it as a critical time when normal laws and rights are put on hold.
Question 2.
Who was the Prime Minister during the Emergency?
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Remember the leader who faced the opposition during this period.
3Question 3.
What was the primary justification for declaring the Emergency in 1975?
- Economic downturn
- Internal disturbances
- External threats
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Look for what types of disturbances were prevalent in society at that time.
4Question 4.
True or False: The Emergency allowed the government to suspend basic civil rights.
- True
- False
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Think of the features of Emergency provisions.
Question 5.
Evaluate the political landscape in India post-Emergency. How did the experiences shift public perception towards political authority?
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Consider how the public expressed their opinions during elections.
Question 6.
Consider the implications of emergency provisions in a democracy. How can they be managed to prevent misuse in future?
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Discuss what constitutional safeguards could be implemented.

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