CHP 4 PS Flashcards
What is the main demand of the farmers’ movement?
(b) To get the right price for agricultural products
What was initiated to increase agricultural production and become self-sufficient with regard to food grains?
(b) Green revolution
Are movements important in a democracy? T OR F
True.
People organise themselves and start a movement to solve social issues. Leaders and activists provide all the information regarding those issues to the government. The government takes notice of the problems because of the movement.
Do movements need strong leadership? T OR F
False.
The success of any movement depends on leadership. Firm leadership has a wide reach and can get public support, making the movement very effective.
Did the consumer movement come into existence? T OR F
True.
In what type of rule do movements have more importance?
(c) democracy
In democracy, what right is considered an important right?
(d) protest
What is the objective of the Green Revolution?
(c) Increase in agricultural output.
What is the background of the trade union movement in India?
(d) industrialisation
In 1899, which workers called for a strike?
(a) railway
What revolution did Dr. Rajendrasinh Rana bring about in Rajasthan?
(b) Water Revolution
What is Dr. Rajendrasinh Rana known as?
(d) Waterman
Who led the tribals in Bihar in their revolt against the British?
(b) Birsa Munda.
What type of movement is the Swadeshi movement?
(c) economic
What is one of the problems faced by consumers?
(c) Adulteration
What was the main demand of the farmer’s movement regarding the Swaminathan Commission?
(c) Swaminathan
What act came into force in 1986?
(a) Consumer Protection
What are the post-1980 movements called?
(b) Neo-social
What was established in 1920?
(d) All India Trade Union Congress.
Can political parties concentrate on one particular issue? T OR F
False.
Political parties must consider all matters from public cleanliness to space research and cannot focus on just one issue.
Is active participation expected from people in movements? T OR F
True.
A movement is started to solve issues of public interest, and people offer support related to their cause.
Why is Dr. Rajendrasinh Rana called the Waterman of India? T OR F
True.
He built thousands of ‘Johads’ in Rajasthan and worked continuously for water conservation, reviving rivers and forests.
