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Q1 How would Maya's life be different in South Africa today?
Ans: Maya’s life would be different in South Africa today in the following ways:
1. She can use roads, buses and railway trains as others do without any discrimination. She can also use same bus-stop that other people use.
2. She can attend hotels and restaurants too.
3. She would not be counted in the race of apartheid. She can talk and mingle with anyone.
4. She can use common facilities. She has no fear of police and can walk freely in the path.
5. She has right to vote.Q2 What are the various ways in which people participate in the process of government?
Ans: People participate in the process of government through following ways:
1. By giving votes to their leader.
2. By criticizing the government on various issues.
3. By taking interest in the working of government.
4. By organizing themselves into social movements like rallies, dharnas, strikes, signature campaigns etc.
5. Magazines, newspapers and TV also plays role in discussing government issues and called responsibilities.
6. We should pause to find out what the rally is about, who is participating in it & what it is protesting about.Q3 Why do you think we need the government to find solutions to many disputes or conflicts?
Ans: We need the government to find solution of many disputes or conflict because:
1. Disputes or conflicts block the way to progress.
2. They often turn violent and cause damage to properties and life of the people.
3. To avoid conflicts and discrimination in the country.
4. Sometimes there is a fear that violence may erupt, with people throwing stones or trying to disrupt the procession.Q4 What actions does the government take to ensure that all people are treated equally?
Ans: The actions taken are:
1. Laws are strictly enforced.
2. Equality & justice are enforced.
3. The discriminatory actions are banned through laws.
4. The government resolve conflicts.Q5 Read through the chapter and discuss some of the key ideas of a democratic government. Make a list. For example, all people are equal.
Ans: 1. Inequality and justice
2. Banned of untouchability
3. No discrimination on the caste, creed and gender.
4. Resolution of conflicts
5. Participation of people in government