General Knowledge Trivia questions and answers

General Knowledge Trivia Questions and Answers

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6,251.

What is the primary purpose of a constitution?

A.

To define national boundaries

B.

To provide a framework for government and citizen rights

C.

To regulate trade policies

D.

To outline economic strategies

E.

To manage elections

Correct answer is B

A constitution provides a framework for government and citizen rights.

6,252.

What is the purpose of a referendum?

A.

To elect a president

B.

To decide on a specific issue by public vote

C.

To create laws

D.

To appoint judges

E.

To amend the constitution

Correct answer is B

A referendum allows citizens to vote directly on a specific issue.

6,253.

What does "rule of law" ensure in a democratic society?

A.

Laws apply only to citizens

B.

The government is above the law

C.

Everyone, including leaders, is subject to the law

D.

Laws are created by judges

E.

Only elected officials follow laws

Correct answer is C

The rule of law ensures that everyone, including government officials, is subject to the law.

6,254.

What is a democracy?

A.

A system where power is held by the wealthy

B.

A government ruled by the military

C.

A system where the people govern directly or through representatives

D.

A monarchy

E.

A system ruled by religious leaders

Correct answer is C

Democracy is a system where the people govern directly or through elected representatives.

6,255.

What is the term for a set of fundamental principles governing a country?

A.

Legislation

B.

Constitution

C.

Bill of Rights

D.

Amendments

E.

Judiciary

Correct answer is B

A constitution outlines the fundamental principles governing a country.