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Political Science Set 1 2016-2017 ISC (Commerce) Class 12 Question Paper Solution

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Political Science [Set 1]
Marks: 80 CISCE
ISC (Commerce)
ISC (Arts)
ISC (Science)

Academic Year: 2016-2017
Date & Time: 25th March 2017, 2:00 pm
Duration: 3h
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1. Attempt any three questions from Section A
2. Attempt any two questions from Section B.


Part - I
[20]1
[2]1.a

Discuss any three features of a liberal democratic state.

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Chapter: [0.01] Forms of Government
[2]1.b

Distinguish between a flexible constitution and a rigid constitution.

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Chapter: [0.02] Constitution
[2]1.c

Distinguish between the bi-party system and a multi-party system.

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Chapter: [0.02] Constitution
[2]1.d

Give one reason why it is important for a federal state to have a bicameral legislature.

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Chapter: [0.04] The Legislature
[2]1.e

Distinguish between political executive and permanent executive.

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Chapter: [0.05] The Executive
[2]1.f

In which landmark case was judicial review first exercised by the Supreme Court of the United States?

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Chapter: [0.06] The Judiciary
[2]1.g

Why is November 26 celebrated as Constitution Day in India? 

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Chapter: [0.02] Constitution
[2]1.h

Which fundamental right was removed by the 44th Constitutional Amendment ?

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Chapter: [0.02] Constitution
[2]1.i

Briefly explain the composition of the Zilla Parishad.

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Chapter: [0.06] The Judiciary
[2]1.j

Explain the meaning of communalism, in the Indian context.

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Chapter: [0.1] Democracy in India - a Perspective of the Challenges Faced
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Part - II Section A
[12]2 | Answer any three questions.
[6]2.a

What are the characteristics of a federal state?

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Chapter: [0.01] Forms of Government
[6]2.b

Explain why India is characterized as a quasi-federal state.

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Chapter: [0.01] Forms of Government
[12]3
[6]3.a

Discuss three merits and three demerits of the First-Past-the-Post system.

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Chapter: [0.03] Franchise and Representation
[6]3.b

Explain the rationale for minority representation in the legislature.

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Chapter: [0.03] Franchise and Representation
[12]4
[6]4.a

Explain the important functions of the Lok Sabha.

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Chapter: [0.04] The Legislature
[6]4.b

Compare the relative positions of the Rajya Sabha and the United States Senate in their respective systems.

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Chapter: [0.04] The Legislature
[12]5
[6]5.a

Explain how the President of the United States is elected.

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Chapter: [0.05] The Executive
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[6]5.b

Discuss briefly, the limitations that the Constitution of the United States places on the powers of the President.

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Chapter: [0.05] The Executive
[12]6
[6]6.a

Explain the original jurisdiction and appellate jurisdiction of the Supreme Court of India.

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Chapter: [0.06] The Judiciary
[6]6.b

Do you agree with the view that the Supreme Court of India is the most powerful apex court in the world ? Explain the reasons for your answer. 

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Section B
[12]7 | Answer any TWO questions.
[6]7.a

Explain the rights conferred under Right to Freedom (Article 19). 

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Chapter: [0.08] Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles
[6]7.b

Explore the relationship between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles.

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Chapter: [0.08] Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles
[12]8
[6]8.a

Explain the main features of the 74th Amendment to the Indian Constitution, relating to urban local self-government institutions.

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Chapter: [0.09] Local self-government
[6]8.b

Discuss three challenges faced by Panchayati Raj institutions in India.

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Chapter: [0.09] Local self-government
[12]9
[6]9.a

Explain three forms of political violence in India and comment briefly on the causes of each.

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Chapter: [0.1] Democracy in India - a Perspective of the Challenges Faced
[6]9.b

Identify three challenges facing Indian democracy and explore how these can be overcome.

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Chapter: [0.1] Democracy in India - a Perspective of the Challenges Faced

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