Q1: 1. During the era of one party dominance in India, which political party enjoyed uninterrupted power for several decades?

• A) Indian National Congress
• B) Bharatiya Janata Party
• C) Communist Party of India
• D) Aam Aadmi Party

Q2: 2. What was a common challenge faced by opposition parties during the era of one party dominance?

• A) Lack of financial resources
• B) Overwhelming public support
• C) Strong political alliances
• D) Access to state machinery

Q3: 3. How did one party dominance affect the development of a multi-party system in India?

• A) Encouraged diverse political ideologies
• B) Hindered the growth of opposition parties
• C) Promoted healthy competition among parties
• D) Strengthened federalism

Q4: 4. Which factor contributed to the longevity of one party dominance in India?

• A) Vibrant civil society
• B) Effective checks and balances
• C) Fragmented regional parties
• D) Charismatic leadership

Q5: 5. What role did the media play in challenging one party dominance in India?

• A) Promoted government propaganda
• B) Acted as a watchdog exposing corruption
• C) Provided biased coverage in favor of ruling party
• D) Ignored political developments

Q6: 6. How did the era of one party dominance impact the electoral process in India?

• A) Increased voter turnout
• B) Limited choice for voters
• C) Enhanced transparency in elections
• D) Strengthened independent election commission

Q7: 7. What was a consequence of one party dominance on policymaking in India?

• A) Rapid policy changes
• B) Consensus-based decision-making
• C) Lack of accountability
• D) Effective implementation of policies

Q8: 8. How did regional parties challenge the dominance of the national party during this era?

• A) By forming coalitions
• B) By boycotting elections
• C) By aligning with the ruling party
• D) By avoiding political participation

Q9: 9. In what way did the era of one party dominance influence the functioning of the judiciary in India?

• A) Enhanced judicial independence
• B) Increased judicial activism
• C) Judicial appointments influenced by ruling party
• D) Strengthened rule of law

Q10: 10. How did economic policies during one party dominance impact the growth of the Indian economy?

• A) Stimulated rapid industrialization
• B) Encouraged foreign investment
• C) Led to economic stagnation
• D) Focused on agricultural reforms

Q11: 11. Which social group faced marginalization during the era of one party dominance?

• A) Upper caste communities
• B) Religious minorities
• C) Women empowerment groups
• D) Youth organizations

Q12: 12. How did the era of one party dominance influence the development of federalism in India?

• A) Strengthened state autonomy
• B) Centralized power at the national level
• C) Promoted regional cooperation
• D) Ensured equitable distribution of resources

Q13: 13. Which constitutional amendment was introduced during the era of one party dominance to limit the power of the central government?

• A) 42nd Amendment
• B) 44th Amendment
• C) 73rd Amendment
• D) 86th Amendment

Q14: 14. How did the era of one party dominance impact the representation of marginalized communities in the political system?

• A) Enhanced representation through reservation policies
• B) Excluded marginalized voices from political discourse
• C) Promoted inclusive governance
• D) Encouraged grassroots movements

Q15: 15. What role did civil society organizations play in challenging one party dominance in India?

• A) Supported government policies
• B) Acted as political pressure groups
• C) Ignored political developments
• D) Promoted censorship

Q16: 16. How did the era of one party dominance influence the media landscape in India?

• A) Fostered independent journalism
• B) Controlled media narratives
• C) Promoted freedom of press
• D) Encouraged investigative journalism

Q17: 17. Which political leader emerged as a key opposition figure during the era of one party dominance in India?

• A) Jawaharlal Nehru
• B) Indira Gandhi
• C) Lal Bahadur Shastri
• D) Atal Bihari Vajpayee

Q18: 18. What impact did the Emergency period have on the era of one party dominance in India?

• A) Strengthened democratic institutions
• B) Suppressed political dissent
• C) Encouraged political participation
• D) Promoted freedom of speech

Q19: 19. How did the era of one party dominance influence the education system in India?

• A) Focused on quality education for all
• B) Promoted inclusive education policies
• C) Encouraged political interference in academic institutions
• D) Strengthened vocational training programs

Q20: 20. Which factor eventually led to the decline of one party dominance in India?

• A) Strong electoral reforms
• B) Emergence of coalition politics
• C) Economic liberalization policies
• D) Increased public trust in ruling party

Q21: 21. How did the era of one party dominance impact the integration of marginalized regions in India?

• A) Fostered regional autonomy
• B) Neglected regional development
• C) Promoted cultural diversity
• D) Strengthened linguistic unity

Q22: 22. Which social movement emerged as a challenge to the policies of the ruling party during the era of one party dominance?

• A) Green Revolution
• B) Chipko Movement
• C) Swachh Bharat Abhiyan
• D) Beti Bachao Beti Padhao

Q23: 23. How did the era of one party dominance influence foreign policy decisions in India?

• A) Focused on isolationist policies
• B) Promoted global alliances
• C) Ignored international relations
• D) Strengthened bilateral trade agreements

Q24: 24. Which constitutional amendment aimed at decentralizing power was introduced during the era of one party dominance in India?

• A) 73rd Amendment
• B) 74th Amendment
• C) 86th Amendment
• D) 91st Amendment

Q25: 25. How did the era of one party dominance impact the balance of power between the executive and legislative branches in India?

• A) Strengthened parliamentary oversight
• B) Enhanced executive authority
• C) Promoted judicial activism
• D) Ensured equal distribution of power