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Q9. Read the passage and answer the questions:
It is a form of government in which the absolute power is in the hands of a person. The person
exercises the power in his self-interest. Furthermore, he acts like a full nation itself. This form of
government takes advantage of their position. They do so by restraining the freedom of speech of
the citizen. They also maintain their political and social supremacy. People do not have the right
to voice against the ways by which they are governed. There are no elections and people do not
have right to choose their representatives. All the rules and regulations are made by single person.
a) Which form of the government is referred in above lines?
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b) Name two countries where such form of government is practiced.
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c) Explain the form of government which is contrary to this and explain its features. 3​

Answer 1

Answer:

a) dictatorship

b) Bangladesh and afghanistan

c)(sorry)

Answer 2

a) Autocracy

b) Nazi Germany

north korea

c) Democracy

Explanation:

The three essential features of democracy can be listed as follows

(i) Democracy is a form of government in which rulers are elected by the people on the principle of one person, one vote.

(ii) Democracy must be based on free and fair elections, where those who are currently in power have a fair chance of losing. Voters should have a choice of candidates.

(iii)In a democracy, the final decision-making power must rest with those elected by the people.