Question

14. “Some people think that democracy produces a less effective government.” Analyse the

statement. B

Answer 1

democracy produce a stable government which may help to control all rules and regulations

Answer 2

Some people think that democracy produces less effective government. It is true that non-democratic rulers are very quick and efficient in decision making and implementation. It is because they do not bother about deliberation in assemblies or worry about majorities. Democracy is based on the idea of deliberation and negotiation. So, some delay is bound to take place. But because it has followed procedures, its decisions may be both more acceptable to the people and more effective. Democracy ensures that decision making will be based on norms and procedures. A citizen who wants to know if a decision was taken through the correct procedures can find this out. This is not seen in a non-democratic government,