Question

DESCRIBE ANY FIVE MERITS OF DEMOCRACY.

Answer 1

1.Equality is the basic point in democracy. It ensures equality before law.
2.Fair share of all in the government making process.
3.Freedom of expression to all.
4.Guarantees stability to the government.
5.Guarantees legitimacy to the government.

Answer 2

The five merits of democracy are :

1.  It ensures rule of law and rule of people.

2.  The Democracy promotes equality and opposes discrimination of all kinds.

3.  Democratic government is accountable and transparent.

4.  Democracy involves the citizens in the decision making process and improves the quality of decision-making.

5.  Democracy ensures the citizen to express himself fully as it gives him freedom of speech, choice and expression.

6.  Democracy allows criticism and ensures right to descent.