How is democracy accountable and responsive to the needs and expectations of the citizens? Analyse.
Democracy is peoples own government:
(i) Democracy produces a government that is accountable to the citizens and responsive to the needs and expectations of the citizens.
(ii)Democracy is based on the idea of deliberation and negotiation.
(iii)Democratic government develops mechanism for citizen to hold the government accountable.
Why was the cotton textile industry concentrated in the cotton growing belt in the early years? Explain.
Which is the most abundantly available fossil fuel in India? Assess the importance of its different forms.
Globalisation and greater competition among producers has been advantageous to consumers. Support the statement with examples.
Describe any five steps taken by the French Revolutionaries to create a sense of collective identity among the French people.
OR
Describe any five steps taken by the French for the development of the 'Mekong Delta Region'.
The democracy has been evolved through struggles and movements all over the world. Support the statement with examples.
What is meant by a political party? Describe the three components of a political party.