Kerala Plus One Political Science Question Paper March 2023 with Answers

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Kerala Plus One Political Science Previous Year Question Paper March 2023

Time: 21/2 Hours
Total Score: 80 Marks

From questions 1 to 10, answer for 16 scores.

Question 1.
The Constitution of India came into force on
(1949 November 26,1950 January 26,1952 December 26)
Answer:
1950 January 26

Question 2.
The system of proportional representation is used for elections to _____ .
(Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha, State Legislative Assembly) (1)
Answer:
Rajya Sabha

Question 3.
Identify the state having bicameral legislature.
(Kerala, Assam, Maharashtra, Punjab)
Answer:
Maharashtra

Question 4.
Name the case in which the Judiciary advanced the theory of basic structure of the Constitution.
Answer:
Keshavanand Bharati case

Question 5.
The theory ‘Veil of ignorance’ is associated with whom ?
(Karl Marx, J.S. Mill, John Rawls, Plato)
Answer:
John Rawls

Question 6.
Complete the chart:

Answer:
Central service,State service

Question 7.
Complete the pyramid showing the structure of Indian Judiciary:

Answer:
a) Supreme Court
b) District Court
c) Subordinate Court

Question 8.
Match the following : (3)

Cauvery	Punjab and Haryana
Belgaum	Tamil Nadu and Karnataka
Chandigarh	Maharashtra and Karnataka

Answer:

Cauvery	Tamil Nadu and Karnataka
Belgaum	Maharashtra and Karnataka
Chandigarh	Punjab and Haryana

Question 9.
Match the following : (4)

Long walk to Freedom	Aung San Suu Kyi
Freedom from fear	Aubrey Menon
Water	Nelson Mandela
Ramayana Retold	Deepa Mehta

Answer:

Long walk to Freedom	Nelson Mandela
Freedom from fear	Aung San Suu Kyi
Water	Deepa Mehta
Ramayana Retold	Aubrey Menon

Question 10.
Fill in the column by using the items given below:
(Right to life, Right to vote, Right to work, Right to Leisure, Right to contest election, Right to property)
Answer:

• Political Rights
  1. Right to vote
  2. Right to contest election Economic Rights
  3. Right to work
  4. Right to Leisure
• Civil Rights
  1. Right to life
  2. Right to property

Answer any 4 questions from 11 to 15. Each carries 3 scores.

Question 11.
What are the main criticisms levelled against Indian Constitution?
Answer:

1. Unwieldy
2. Unrepresentative.
3. Western Import.
4. Not suitable for Indian conditions

Question 12.
Write a note on the significance of the study of Political Theory.
Answer:

1. To Know Political Concepts.
2. To know about State and Government.
3. To know the principles like justice, equality and liberty etc.
4. Systematic thinking.

Question 13.
Briefly explain three dimensions of equality.
Answer:

1. Political Equality
   Political equality implies that all citizens have similar political rights, equal voice in government equal access to all offices to govt. Right to vote, Contest Election, Criticise Govt., Hold public office, Petition.etc.
2. Economics Equality Economic equality means all should enjoy the wealth of the state equally Right to work, Equal pay, Leisure, Social Security, Form trade Union etc.
3. Social Equality
   Social equality means that all are equal units of society. There shall be no discrimination.

Question 14.
Explain three Principles of Justice,
Answer:

1. Equal treatment for equals:
   • Consider everyone in Society as Equal. This justifies equal treatment and equal rights.
2. Proportionate Justice:
   • Consider Equals Equally, Unequal Unequally. People are rewarded in proportion to the scale and quality of their efforts.
3. Recognition of special needs:
   • This principle of justice is the recognition of special needs of the people while distributing rewards. Physical disabilities, Old age, Lack of access to education, Backwardness etc. should be considered for Special Treatment

Question 15.
What are the different forms of structural violence ? Explain.
Answer:

1. Caste System – Exploitation and Untouchability.
2. Colonialism – Israel domination over Palestine.
3. Racism – Negro Slavery in USA, Apartheid in South Africa.
4. Communalism – Conflicts between different religious groups.

Answer any 4 questions from 16 to 20. Each carries 4 scores.

Question 16.
Briefly explain about the law making procedure in India.
Answer:

1. • First Reading.
   1. Introduction of the bill
   2. Second Reading
2. Basic Principles of the bill are discussed
   1. Committee Stage – Reporting stage
3. Bill referred to a Select Committee – Detailed examination of the Bill
   1. Third Reading
   2. Final Stage Only verbal amendments
4.  Approval of President.

Question 17.
What are the safeguards in the Indian Constitution to ensure independence of the judiciary?
Answer:

1. Mode of appointment
2. Fixed tenure
3. No financial dependency
4. Protection from individual criticism

Question 18.
Identify the Article in the Indian Constitution which deals with amendment procedure. Explain the three methods of amendment procedure of Indian Constitution.
Answer:
Article 368 of the constitution.

1. Simple majority : Some sections of the constitution can be easily amended with a simple majority in the parliament. Eg. Adding new states, formation of new states etc.
2. Special majority : To amend some sections 2/3 majority is needed.
3. Special majority with ratification of states than half of the States are required for amending certain provisions.

Question 19.
Briefly explain any two political philosophies of Indian Constitution.
Answer:
a) Individual freedom : Our Constitution is very much concerned with individual freedom. For example we have the Fundamental Rights.

b) Social Justice: The mission of the nation is ensuring Social Justice. The different articles of the Constitution are the means for this. For example Article 16.

c) Respect for Diversity and Minority Rights: The Constitution guarantees the educational and cultural rights of the minorities in India.

d) Secularism : This is the cornerstone of the Indian Constitution. It treats all religions equally.

e) Universal Franchise : The Constitution ensures that all adults of 18 and above have their voting rights without any discrimination.

f) Federalism : India is a Federation. The Centre-State relations are defined clearly.

g) National Identity : Our Constitution nurtures both national identity as well as a regional identify simultaneously.

Question 20.
What are the ways to attain Indian Citizenship?
Answer:
According to the Indian Citizenship Act, there are 5 ways to acquire Indian Citizenship. They are:

1. By birth: Anybody born in India on 21 January 1950 or later will be an Indian citizen.
2. Citizenship by heredity: Anybody born outside India on 21 January 1950 or later will be given Indian citizenship if his father was an Indian citizen at the time of his birth.
3. Citizenship by Registration: The following can get Indian citizenship through registration:

a) People of Indian origin who have stayed in India continuously for 6 months before submitting the application for registration.
b) People of Indian origin who are staying outside undivided India.
c) Wives of the Indian citizens.
d) Minor children of Indian citizens.
e) Adult citizens of Commonwealth Countries or the Republic of Ireland.

iv) Citizenship through Long Stay: Aforeigner can get Indian citizenship through long stay here subject to certain conditions.
v) Citizenship through regions becoming part of India: If any region becomes part of India, the government has the authority to declare the people of that region as Indian citizens.

Answer any 4 questions from 21 to 25. Each carries 5 scores.

Question 21.
Explain the functions of a constitution,
Answer:

1. Constitution allows coordination and assurances: The first function of the constitution is to provide a set of basic rules that permit minimal co-ordination among the members of a society.
2. Specification of decision making powers: The second function of a constitution is to specify which institution has the power to frame and take decision.
3. Limitation on the powers of the government: The third function of the constitution is to limit the powers of the government. These limits are fundamental in the sense that the government may never trespass them.
4. Aspirations and goal of the society: The fourth function of a constitution is to enable the government to fulfil the aspirations of the society. It should try to create a just society.
5. Fundamental identity of the people: An important function of the constitution is to give a fundamental identity to the people.

Question 22.
What are the functions of the Election Commission of India?
Answer:
Conducting free and fair election. Preparing electoral roll. Conducting the election of the President, Vice-President, Lok Sabha and state assemblies.

Question 23.
Briefly explain the powers of Prime Minister of India.
Answer:

1. Head of the Government.
2. Chairman of the cabinet.
3. Prime minister forms ministry and decodes the size of portfolio of ministry.
4. Leader of the party.
5. Link between president and cabinet.

Question 24.
The Constitution of India creates a strong central government. Explain the provisions that make Central Government stronger.
Answer:

1. Power of the centre to create new states.
2. Change the name of the states.
3. Office of the Governor.
4. Emergency provisions.
5. Division of powers.

Question 25.
Explain the differences between Indian Secularism and Western Secularism.
Answer:

Western Secularism	Indian secularism
Completely avoid the mutual interference of religion and government.	With the support of the government, religious reforms will be encouraged.
Equality among religious groups is very important.	Equality among different sects of a religion is stressed.
Care in the affairs of minority rights.	Rights based on religious communities won’t be given any importance
Individual and his rights are the most crucial.	Rights of individual and also of religious groups will be protected.

Answer any 2 questions from 26 to 28. Each carries 8 scores. (2 × 8 = 16)

Question 26.
Prepare an essay on Fundamental rights guaranteed by the Constitution of India.
Answer:
Fundamental Rights
a) Right to Equality: This is the basic tenet of the Indian Constitution. It has been made clear in the Preamble itself. In the past, there was no equality in the Indian society. So the Right to Equality is very important. About the Right to Equality there are clear statements in the 3rd chapter, Articles between 14 and 18. The Right to Equality include the following:

1. Equality before Law, Equal Protection of Laws
2. Protection from Discrimination
3. Equality of Opportunity in employment
4. Eradication of Untouchability
5. Non-award of Titles

b) Right to Freedom

1. Right to talk freely and to express one’s opinion
2. Right to call to attend meetings
3. Right to organize
4. Right to travel Right to have shelter
5. Righttowork, trade, commerce and industry
6. Protection from undue punishment
7. Individual freedom and freedom to live
8. Protection against illegal arrests and imprisonment

c) Right against Exploitation:

1. Article 23 bans immoral acts, slavery and bonded labour.
2.  Child labour is prohibited.

d) Right to Freedom of Religion:
a) The Indian Constitutioh envisages the nation to be.secular and democratic. So it gives religious freedom.
b) The Right to Religion is described in Articles 25-28.

Article 25: The right to accept any religion and propagate it.
Article 26: To make religious institutions and to acquire property.
Article 27: The money used for religious purposes is tax exempted.
Article 28: To conduct religious istructions in certain institutions.

e) Cultural and Educational Rights:

1. All minorities can establish educational . institutions and run them.
2. Minorities are given protection in their language, script, and culture.

f) Right to Constitutional Remedies: It is not enough to list a number of rights in the Constitution. For citizens to practise them and protect them against their violations there should be provisions. Right to Constitutional Remedies helps citizens to enjoy their rights. Dr. Ambedkar called this Right as the “Heart and Soul” of the Constitution. This Right ensures that citizens are guaranteed of their fundamental rights. This gives Constitutional protection to the fundamental rights.

WRITS (Court Orders):
a) Habeas Corpus
b) Mandamus
c) Writ of Prohibition
d) Certiorari
e) Quo Warranto

Question 27.
Explain the changes brought by the 73rd Constitutional Amendment.
Answer:
The 73rd Constitutional Amendment made Panchayati Raj Constitutional.

1. It brought a 3-tier system by having Village- Block-District level Panchayats in all the States.
2. The block level can be avoided if the State has less than 20 lakh population.
3. The Grama Sabha Concept is also included in the Amendment.
4. The Chairmen of the Block Panchayat and Zita Parishad will be elected by the concerned Panchayat members.
5. The local MLAs and MPs will be ex-officio members of the Block Panchayat.
6. The Chairman of the Grama Sabha will be elected as per the law approved by the State Government.
7. Based on the population of the place, in all the 3 levels there will be proportionate representation for SCs and STs.

One-third of the chairmen will be ladies.
Proportionate to the population, some Chairmen should be SCs and STs.

1. One-third of the chairmen will be ladies.
2. Reservations are by rotation.
3. The duration for ail Panchayat Raj Institutions is 5 years. After dissolution, elections must be done within 6 months and new committees are to be formed.
4. The Act makes provision for the appointment of an independent State Election Commission.
5. It is the Governor who appoints the State Election Commission.

The Act also makes provision for the appointment of a Financial Commission once in 5 years to look into the financial status of the Panchayats and give the Government suggestions.

Question 28.
What are the factors which help in the formation of Nationalism ? Explain.3
Answer:
Nationalism is an emotional and spiritual power that unifies all factors of the political theory prevalent in the nation. The nationalism we see in India is unity in diversity. Indian nationalism is the feeling that we all are Indians. Without nationalism, no new nation can originate or survive. It is nationalism that supplies the basis for the building up of a nation.

Loyalty to the nation, its strength, its power and its working and the legality etc. are emotions that are generated in the minds of people. In the background of nationalism, the common behaviour of a nation can be analysed. Nationalism includes national styles, national expectations, national goals, national conflicts, national anthem, national flower, national flag and national symbol. Toynbee has said that Nationalism is the religion of the modern nation.

Factors that nourish Nationalism:
a) Shared Beliefs: It is some beliefs that help the formation of a nation. Nation is not a concrete thing like a building, river or forest that we can see and touch. Nation is a concept built around certain beliefs of the people. When we say that a people are a nation, we do not mean their physical behaviour. Nation is a vision and a collective fellowship of people who wish to have their own separate identity. It is like a group of a team. They work for a common goal in a common fellowship. A nation can exist only as long as the people are deeply rooted in unity.

b) History : A people who consider themselves as a nation have a sense of a continuous historical existence. It is something that they can look back with pride and look forward to with hope. They have a common history based collective memories, legends and historical documents. Thus they acquire individuality as a nation. We can take our Indian nationalist leaders as examples. We point out our ancient civilization, cultural heritage and other past-achievements, thus making a unique identify of our own.

c) Territory: Territory is another essential aspect of a nation. A nation has a separate area of land. There people will have lived together for long, shared their past, bringing a common identity to them. It helps them to think that they are one nation. That is why they can talk about their own country of birth.

d) Shared political ideals: Apart from the sense of a common history and some territory of their own, the people of a nation are persuaded to think of unity because of their common vision and goal for the future. They have some ideals quite peculiar to them and these also make a nation different from others.

e) Common Political Identity: Many people think that just because individuals have a common political vision regarding the society and the government, they can’t form a nation. They feel that something like a common language or common heredity is necessary to have the drive to form a nation. A common language or a common religion might bring about a common cultural identity. When people celebrate the same feasts on the same day and actively take part in the festivities, they feel some kind of unity. But it is possible that in a democratic set up and democratic.