Question

How has the idea of power sharing emerged

Answer 1

-The idea of power-sharing has emerged in opposition to the notions of undivided political power.

-One basic principle of democarcy is that people are the source of all political power.
In a democracy, people rule themselves through institutions of self government.

-In a good democratic government, due respect is given to all diverse groups and views exist in a society.

-Everyone has a voice in shaping of public policies.

-Therefore, it follows that in a democracy political power should be distributed among as many citizens as possible...

Answer 2

The idea of power sharing has emerged in opposition to undivided political power. For a long time it was believed that power resides in one authority or individual. If power is shared among people then hindrances can be faced based on delay in decision making but the principle of democracy is that though there is a delay in decision making it can be readily accepted by people. An idea emerged that power should be equally shared.