VeryShort answer -Class-10-Civics- Chapter 1 : Power Sharing

VeryShort answer -Class-10-Civics- Chapter 1 : Power Sharing 

Q1. In modern democracies, power is often shared among different organs of the government. Explain.

Ans : Power is shared between different organs of the government such as Legislature, Executive and Judiciary.

This system of power sharing is referred to as a system of ‘checks and balances’ because: All three organs are placed at the same level of power. The power distribution ensures that no organ enjoys unlimited powers.

Each organ exercises a check on the others. Thus there is a balance of power.

Q2. Why power sharing is desirable? Explain giving any three prudential reasons.

Ans : Power sharing is desirable in democracy because:

(i) Prudential reasons:

(a) It helps to reduce the possibility of conflict between social groups. Since social conflict often leads to violence and political instability.

(b) It is a good way to ensure the stability of political order.

(c) Imposing the will of majority community over others may look like an attractive option in the short run, but in the long run it undermines the unity of the nation.

Q3. Why is power sharing desirable? Explain moral reasons in this regard. 

Moral reasons:

(a) Power sharing is the very spirit of democracy. A democratic rule involves sharing power with those affected by its exercise and who have to live with its effect.

 (b) People have a right to be consulted on how they are to be governed.

(c) A legitimate government is one where citizens through participation, acquire a stake in the system.

Q4. Mention any three demands of Sri Lankan Tamils.

Ans :Demands of the Tamils:

1. Recognition of Tamil as an official language.

2. Equal opportunities for Tamils in government jobs and educational institutions.

3. Provincial autonomy for Tamil dominated provinces.

Q5. What is power sharing? Why power sharing is important in a democracy?

Ans : (i) When the power does not rest with any one organ of the state rather it is shared among legislature, executive and judiciary, it is called power sharing.

(ii) Power sharing is important in a democracy because :

(a) It helps to reduce the possibility of conflict between social groups.

(b) It is the very spirit of democracy.

(c) It is a good way to ensure the stability of the political order.

Q6. How far do you agree with the statement that power sharing is keeping with the “Spirit” of democracy?

 Ans :Power sharing keeps up with the ‘Spirit’ of Democracy as:

a. Power sharing ensures that all people have stake in government.

b. Power sharing ensures maximum participation. It upholds the concept of people’s rule. It always brings better outcomes in democracy. It ensures the political stability in democracy.

c. Power sharing accommodates diverse groups. It helps to reduce the possibility of conflict between social groups.

Q7. Explain any three consequences of the majoritarian policies adopted by the Sri Lankan government.

Ans :  Consequences of majoritarianism policies adopted by Sri Lankan Government.

a. Tamils felt the government was not sensitive about Tamil language and culture.

b. Tamils felt discriminated against in jobs and education.

c. Tamils felt the government was practising religious discrimination.

d. Relations between Tamils and Sinhalese became strained.