PYQ 1 marks Power sharing

 ONE MARK QUESTIONS

1. How and when was Sinhala recognized as the official

language of Sri Lanka?

Ans : (CBSE S.R 2017]

Sinhala was recognized as the official language of Sri

Lanka by passing an Act in 1956.

2. What does the system of ‘checks and balances’ ensure

in power sharing?

Ans : [CBSE S.R 2016-17]

That none of the organs of the government can exercise

unlimited power.

3. Mention any one characteristics of power sharing.

Ans : [CBSE S.R 2016-17]

It gives the people right to be consulted or any other

characteristics.

4. Which factor is responsible for increasing the feeling

of alienation among the Sri Lankan Tamils?

Ans : [CBSE 2015]

Majoritarianism.

5. Which type of powers does the Community

Government of Belgium enjoy? [CBSE 2015]

Ans :

This government has the power regarding culture,

education and language related issues.

6. What is the state religion of Sri Lanka? [CBSE 2014]

Ans :

Buddhism.

7. Who formed the majority in terms of population in

Sri Lanka? [CBSE 2014]

Ans :

Sinhala community.

8. What measure was adopted by the democratically

elected government of Sri Lanka to establish Sinhala

supremacy?

Ans : [CBSE 2014]

Majoritarian measure.

9. What is the prudential reason behind power sharing.

 [CBSE 2014]

or

Why power sharing is good for democracies?

Ans :

It reduces the possibility of conflict between social

groups.