Political Science MCQs
Political Science MCQs cover constitutional law, political ideologies, governance, electoral systems, and international politics. Designed for CSS, PMS, and academic exams, they enhance conceptual understanding and prepare students for theoretical and practical governance challenges.
Q: Power shared between central and regional governments refers to
A) Confederation
B) Dictatorship
C) Federalism
D) Monarchy
✅ Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Federalism divides authority between different levels of government to maintain balance.
Q: Political socialization is the process by which individuals
A) Vote in elections
B) Form political opinions
C) Join political parties
D) Contest elections
✅ Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Political socialization involves acquiring political norms, values, and beliefs through family, media, and education.
Q: The head of state in a parliamentary system is usually
A) Elected directly
B) The monarch or ceremonial president
C) The Prime Minister
D) The Speaker
✅ Correct Answer: B
Explanation: In parliamentary systems, the head of state is often a ceremonial figure like a monarch or president, separate from the head of government.
Q: The term “Cold War” refers to
A) A period of direct military conflict
B) Economic depression
C) Ideological conflict without direct war
D) Colonial liberation
✅ Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The Cold War was a prolonged ideological and geopolitical struggle between the USA and USSR without direct armed conflict.
Q: A political ideology advocating minimal state intervention is
A) Socialism
B) Communism
C) Liberalism
D) Fascism
✅ Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Liberalism emphasizes individual freedoms, private property, and limited government intervention in personal and economic matters.