From Rulers to the Ruled: Types of Government
This chapter of the Class 7 NCERT social science textbook, Exploring Society: India and Beyond, compares monarchies, dictatorships and democracies across history. Learners trace how kings once claimed divine right, how revolutions and freedom movements transferred power to the people, and what universal adult franchise means in practice. The chapter explains constitutions, elections and the separation of powers, showing why democracy depends on informed citizens who vote, question and hold rulers accountable.
Try a free lesson