Question

3. Explain the essential conditions for the
success of democracy.
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Answer 1

Explanation:

Like any other form of government democracy has also a few deficiencies and drawbacks. Some philosophers propose greater democ­racy to correct the ills of the democracy. They suggest that reforms should be introduced in the electoral system. Ultra democratic devices like ref­erendum, initiative and recall should be employed. These popular checks will keep democracy in proper health.

There are some other political phi­losophers who suggest some other remedies to cure democracy of its ills. They point out that the success of democracy depends upon the active co­operation of the people in the affairs of the government and upon their capacity of fully realizing their responsibility. All this may be possible if the following conditions are fulfilled :

Answer 2

The essential conditions for the  success of democracy.

Explanation:

Conditions for the success of democracy are as follows:

a. Universal adult franchise

b. Have a two or multi party system so as to give ample choice to the voters

c. Have adequate forms of power sharing

d. Freedom of expression , speech

e. Independent media

f. Well defined Institutional structure with clear demarcation of power

g. Independent Judiciary as the watchdog of democracy

h.Regular elections to guarantee to guarantee smooth transition

i. Policies to counter economic inequalities