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Q1. [1]
Belgium took some measures to solve its problem. Read the following measures and choose the correct option : I. Formation of community government. II. Following majoritarian policy. III. By providing equal representation of language groups. IV. By providing additional powers to local governments.
  1. A Only I, II and III are correct.
  2. B Only I, III and IV are correct.
  3. C Only I, II and IV are correct.
  4. D Only II, III and IV are correct.
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Model Answer

Answer: B — Only I, III and IV are correct.

Belgium formed a community government (I), gave equal representation to language groups in central and Brussels governments (III), and gave additional constitutional powers to regional/local governments (IV). Majoritarian policy (II) was followed by Sri Lanka, not Belgium.

Source: Accommodation in Belgium, Chapter 1

Explanation

The key is to eliminate Statement II. Belgium's entire approach was to avoid majoritarianism — that was Sri Lanka's mistake. The Belgian model rests on power-sharing, equal representation, community governments, and decentralisation. Examiners expect students to recall that "majoritarian policy" is the negative example (Sri Lanka), not Belgium's solution.

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