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What is Government?

Subject: Social Issues

Book: Civics - Class 6 (Social and Political Life - I)

Government is the institution that creates rules, implements laws, and ensures order in society. Through this topic, students learn about different levels of government—local, state, and national—and how each addresses specific issues. They also study the roles and responsibilities of elected representatives, public officials, and citizens in shaping governance. Examples may include how a local Panchayat helps manage village resources or how a state assembly passes legislation affecting education. Understanding these mechanisms empowers students to become informed citizens who can actively participate in democratic processes.

Practice Questions

Which of the following is a key feature of the Right to Education (RTE) Act?

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What is the primary focus of the National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (NREGA)?

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Which Indian state was the first to implement a law for the prevention of manual scavenging?

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What is the objective of the Mission Indradhanush program?

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What does the term "Digital Divide" refer to?

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Which scheme is focused on providing health insurance coverage to the poor?

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The National Urban Livelihoods Mission (NULM) primarily aims to:

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Which of the following is a primary objective of the Swachh Bharat Mission?

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Which Act prohibits the employment of children below 14 years in hazardous occupations in India?

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The POSHAN Abhiyaan focuses on:

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