Question

discuss the merits and demerits of democracy

Answer 1

MERITS OF DEMOCRACY :

 

1. The participation of the individual members in the government facilitates to enlist their sympathy and co - operation to the success of the government.

 

2. It is an effective form to educate the public about political, economic and social affairs.

 

3.     it is helpful to promote patriotism among the people and prevents occurrence of violent revolutions.

 

4.     It helps to make progress and development and enables changes to take place in a peaceful manner.

 

5.     It ensures to the people freedom of speech, conscience, assembly and action.

 

6.     It guarantees liberty and equality, which are necessary for human development.


DEMERITS OF DEMOCRACY :

 

1.     It sometimes leads to establish the majority view over the minority view. 

2.     Party leaders and political office holders in government control the citizens and the members of the party.

3.     It does not encourage individuals to give their opinions. 

4.     It is a very expensive form of government because elections have to be conducted periodically to various office.

6.     It is difficult to prevent corruption and malpractices.

7.  It is also known as government by amateurs and lead to domination of masses.

Answer 2

The goals of democracy include:

1.Providing   freedom to the people to select their own leaders. 

2.Protecting the rights and liberties of the people.

3.Taking care of the interests and needs of the people.

4.People are given  the freedom to express their views and opinions. 

5.People are given  the opportunities to form associations and organisations and put forward their grievances. 

6. Providing fair and equal justice to all.

7. Working  for the welfare, interest and benefit of the people.