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Question (21)

QN0021976

Which institution acted as a check on the ruler's authority in early janapadas?

(A) Fortifications
(B) Assembly of elders
(C) Coinage system
(D) Trade routes

Correct Answer: B

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Question (22)

QN0021977

A kingdom where the ruler consults ministers, administrators and an assembly before major decisions is an example of:

(A) Shared governance
(B) Isolationism
(C) Colonial rule
(D) Nomadic rule

Correct Answer: A

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Question (23)

QN0021978

Which statement best explains why Vajji and Malla are associated with democratic traditions?

(A) They had larger armies
(B) They used iron weapons
(C) Assemblies exercised significant decision-making power
(D) They collected higher taxes

Correct Answer: C

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Question (24)

QN0021979

In the context of the chapter, a vote was mainly used when:

(A) Discussion alone was insufficient
(B) Trade declined
(C) Wars ended
(D) Taxes increased

Correct Answer: A

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Question (25)

QN0021980

Which option best defines a monarchy as described in the chapter?

(A) People elect all rulers
(B) Assembly is the ultimate authority
(C) Rājā is the ultimate authority supported by others
(D) No ruler exists

Correct Answer: C

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Question (26)

QN0021981

Which option best defines a gaṇa or sangha?

(A) A system where rulers inherit power automatically
(B) A system where assemblies choose rulers and major decisions
(C) A military alliance of kingdoms
(D) A trade federation

Correct Answer: B

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Question (27)

QN0021982

A state has an assembly that can influence governance but cannot automatically appoint the ruler. It is most likely:

(A) A monarchy with advisory institutions
(B) A gaṇa
(C) A sangha republic
(D) A democracy with universal voting

Correct Answer: A

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Question (28)

QN0021983

Which principle is common to both janapada assemblies and modern democratic institutions?

(A) Rule by inheritance only
(B) Consultation before decision-making
(C) Absence of leadership
(D) Control by merchants

Correct Answer: B

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Question (29)

QN0021984

If two candidates receive support from assembly members and the final choice is made through voting, this reflects:

(A) Hereditary succession
(B) Democratic selection
(C) Military rule
(D) Religious appointment

Correct Answer: B

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Question (30)

QN0021985

Which arrangement gives the greatest role to an assembly?

(A) King decides everything alone
(B) Ministers decide secretly
(C) Assembly discusses and votes on major matters
(D) Army commanders govern

Correct Answer: C

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Question (21)

Which institution acted as a check on the ruler's authority in early janapadas?

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Question (22)

A kingdom where the ruler consults ministers, administrators and an assembly before major decisions is an example of:

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Question (23)

Which statement best explains why Vajji and Malla are associated with democratic traditions?

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Question (24)

In the context of the chapter, a vote was mainly used when:

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Question (25)

Which option best defines a monarchy as described in the chapter?

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Question (26)

Which option best defines a gaṇa or sangha?

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Question (27)

A state has an assembly that can influence governance but cannot automatically appoint the ruler. It is most likely:

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Question (28)

Which principle is common to both janapada assemblies and modern democratic institutions?

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Question (29)

If two candidates receive support from assembly members and the final choice is made through voting, this reflects:

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Question (30)

Which arrangement gives the greatest role to an assembly?

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