Sample questions
You've seen the pattern — here are a few of the actual PYQs.
CSE2021
Which one of the following factors constitutes the best safeguard of liberty in a liberal democracy?
- A A committed judiciary
- B Centralization of powers
- C Elected government
- D Separation of powers ✓
✓ Correct answer: (D)
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CSE2019
In the context of polity, which one of the following would you accept as the most appropriate definition of liberty?
- A Protection against the tyranny of political rulers
- B Absence of restraint
- C Opportunity to do whatever one likes
- D Opportunity to develop oneself fully ✓
✓ Correct answer: (D)
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CSE2018
Which one of the following reflects the most appropriate relationship between law and liberty ?
- A If there are more laws, there is less liberty.
- B If there are no laws, there is no liberty. ✓
- C If there is liberty, laws have to be made by the people.
- D If laws are changed too often, liberty is in danger.
✓ Correct answer: (B)
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