Question

Explain 3 features of democracy.

Answer 1

1. Popular Sovereignty:Democracy is based on sovereignty. People can exercise their power in democracy. They elect their representatives. The government remains responsible to the common mass for its every omission and commission. 2. Political Equality:Democracy is based on political equality. It means all citizens irrespective of caste, creed, religion, race or sex are considered to be equal before law and enjoy equal political rights. Political equality gives the right to vote to every citizen. 3. Majority Rules:In a democratic set-up actual government is carried out with the help of the party which obtains the majority of votes. Support of majority is accepted by all.

Answer 2

Features of Democracy :

a) Major decisions by Elected Leaders :

In a democratic government the major decisions are taken by the leaders who are elected by the people of that country. These elected leaders represent the whole country so in this way the need of all people are satisfied.

b) Free and Fair Electoral Competition :

A democracy is based on a free and fair election where does currently in power have a fair chance of losing.

c) One Person, One Vote , One Value :

In a democratic country each and every adult is provided a single word which is having equal value. It means each what must have one value then that of other.

d) Rule of Law and Respect of Rights :

In democracy a country can be rule only within limits set by constitutional law and citizens' rights.