Democratic Rights - Class 9 Civics - Extra Questions

State the meaning of tolerance.

Tolerance means accepting that opinions of others can be different from one's own opinion and so allowing other's opinions to be expressed.


What are rights? Why are they essential in a democracy? Give three reasons.

Rights are reasonable claims of persons recognised by society and sanctioned by law :-

(i) Rights are necessary for the very sustenance of a democracy. They protect minorities from the oppression of majority. They ensure that the majority cannot do whatever it likes. 

(ii) Rights are guarantees which can be used when things go wrong. Things may go wrong when some citizens may wish to take away the rights of others. This usually happens when those in majority want to dominate those in minority. The government should protect the citizens' rights in such a situation. 

(iii) But sometimes elected governments may not protect or may even attack the rights of their own citizens. That is why some rights need to be placed higher than the government, so that the government cannot violet these.


Describe the democratic rights of citizens.

Democratic rights of citizens are as follow:-
  • Freedom of speech
  • Right to a fair and public trial
  • Right to due process
  • Right to vote freely
  • Right to worship freely.


Environmentalism is also called _________

Environment Rights
Environmentalism is also called the environment rights which is a philosophy, ideology and social movement regarding concerns for environment protection.


Environmental rights are extension of which type of rights?

Environmental rights are the extension of basic human rights that mankind requires and deserves. In addition to having the right to food, clean water, suitable shelter and education, having safe and sustainable environment.


Why do we prefer democracy as compared to any other form of government?

India is a multi-lingual, multi-ethnic, multi-cultural, multi-religious country. Democracy was the best form to accommodate such range of diversity and maintain unity. Also, Indian leadership and the population had understanding of such a form of government due to the British rule.


Are these restrictions on the right to freedom justified? Give reasons for your answer.
Indian citizens need permission to visit some border areas of the country for reasons of security

Explanation: Reason is justified that Indian citizens need permission to visit some border areas of the country for reasons of security. This is done to ensure minimum risk related to loss of life and property.


Explain any three rights which are usually taken away when a democracy is overthrown by the military.

During military rule, following rights are taken away from the people:
1. Right to choose their own representatives.
2. They are not allowed to form unions or political parties.
3. Loss of freedom of speech and expression.


What is Universal Adult Franchise?

Universal Adult Franchise means Every Indian citizen has the right to vote when they attain 18 years of age, irrespective of any caste, religion, gender or economic status.


Class 9 Civics Extra Questions