Question 1
“Every democracy is a republic.” Is this statement true or false? Explain.
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A democracy can have an inherited monarch, so not every democracy is a republic.
Answer
The statement is false.
CLASS 7 · SOCIAL STUDIES · CHAPTER 6
The State, the Government, and You
Simple answers to five questions about democracy, decentralisation and citizen participation.
5 worked answersComplete chapter answers
5 worked answers · short steps first, explanations when you need them
Questions and activities
Textbook pages 146–147
Question 2
Give two reasons why decentralisation is important in India.
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Local bodies can respond to local needs quickly and give people a stronger role in decisions.
Answer
Decentralisation improves responsiveness and participation.
Question 3
For a student council, should the president make every decision or should power be shared? Should the council control food and language choices? What can go wrong if nobody questions its decisions?
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Share power, respect students’ rights and allow decisions to be questioned.
Answer
Fair rules need participation, limits and accountability.
Question 4
Should Parliament be the most powerful institution? Can it make any law even if it affects rights? What can go wrong without limits? Who is more powerful in India, Parliament or the Supreme Court?
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Parliament makes laws; the Supreme Court reviews their constitutionality. Neither has unlimited power.
Answer
The Constitution limits all institutions and protects rights.
Question 5
Ask a parent or guardian how they engaged with government during the past year. Classify each example by level and note any challenges.
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Record real examples, classify the responsible level and note any difficulties.
Answer
Answers vary by family and place; check the department involved.