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Class 10 Social Science Power Sharing (CBSE) — concise notes, important questions, MCQ practice and chapter test pointers for quick revision and exam preparation. Main sub-topics: definition and justification of power sharing; types — horizontal (legislature, executive, judiciary), vertical (centre–state, local governments) and social (sharing among groups); case studies: Belgium, Sri Lanka, India; decentralisation, Panchayats and Municipalities, one‑third reservation for women and the 73rd & 74th Amendments. Who it is for: Class 10 students preparing for CBSE or state board exams, chapter tests and school assessments.

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Class 10 Social Science Power Sharing notes — definition, examples and revision tips
Definition: Power sharing prevents concentration of power and reduces conflict
Horizontal power sharing: separation among legislature, executive and judiciary
Vertical power sharing: federal division between centre, states and local governments (decentralisation)
Social power sharing: political representation for religious, linguistic or ethnic groups
Local bodies: Panchayats, Municipalities, 73rd & 74th Amendments and one‑third women reservation
Case studies: Belgium (language groups), Sri Lanka (failure to accommodate minorities), India (federal model)

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What is power sharing in simple words?

Power sharing is the distribution of political power among different institutions and social groups so no single authority dominates; it reduces conflict and increases legitimacy. Examples include horizontal, vertical and social forms discussed in the chapter.

What is the difference between horizontal and vertical power sharing?

Horizontal power sharing divides powers among branches of government (legislature, executive, judiciary), while vertical power sharing allocates authority across levels — centre, states and local self‑government (Panchayats, Municipalities).

How did Sri Lanka's power sharing attempt fail?

Sri Lanka's attempt failed because majority resistance to devolution and reluctance to share power with minorities led to centralisation and ethnic tensions, showing why inclusive arrangements matter in diverse societies.

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How has reserving one‑third seats for women affected local bodies?

Reserving one‑third seats for women increased their elected representation in Panchayats and Municipalities, brought gender‑sensitive issues to the agenda, and widened participation at the grassroots level.

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