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Class 8 · Social Science · Exploring Society: India and Beyond - Part I

5. Universal Franchise and India's Electoral System

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Universal adult franchise in India means every citizen aged ___ or above can vote.

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Answer: B. 18

The voting age is 18.

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Voting in India is secret so that

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Answer: A. voters can choose freely without pressure

A secret ballot protects voters from fear and bribery.

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The body that conducts elections in India is the

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Answer: A. Election Commission of India

It is an independent constitutional body.

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