Coalition Governments in India
Political Science ⇒ Democracy and Political Processes
Coalition Governments in India starts at 12 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe one way in which coalition governments have influenced policy-making in India.
Describe the role of regional parties in the formation of coalition governments in India.
Discuss the impact of coalition governments on the federal structure of India.
Discuss the role of the President of India in the formation of coalition governments.
Discuss the significance of the 1989 general elections in the context of coalition politics in India.
Explain any two challenges faced by coalition governments in India.
Explain how coalition governments can promote consensus-based politics.
Explain the impact of coalition governments on the stability of Indian democracy.
Which coalition government completed its full five-year term for the first time in India? (1) United Front (2) National Democratic Alliance (NDA) (3) United Progressive Alliance (UPA) (4) Janata Party
Which of the following coalitions was supported from outside by the Congress party? (1) NDA (2) United Front (3) UPA (4) Janata Party
Which of the following is a benefit of coalition governments? (1) Policy paralysis (2) Broader representation (3) Frequent elections (4) Single-party dominance
Which of the following is a challenge unique to coalition governments? (1) Lack of representation (2) Policy deadlock (3) Unilateral decision-making (4) Strong leadership
Fill in the blank: The _______ Amendment Act of 1985 was enacted to prevent political defections, which are common in coalition politics.
Fill in the blank: The _______ government (1977-1979) was the first non-Congress coalition government at the Centre.
Fill in the blank: The _______ government (1996-1998) was an example of a coalition government supported from outside by the Congress party.
Fill in the blank: The _______ government (1999-2004) was a coalition led by Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
True or False: Coalition governments always lead to political instability.
True or False: Coalition governments are more likely to represent diverse interests in society.
True or False: Coalition governments can help prevent the concentration of power in a single party.
True or False: Coalition governments have led to the rise of regional leaders at the national level.
