Question

in a democracy why is universal adult franchise important?​

Answer 1

Answer:

Universal suffrage (also called universal franchise, general suffrage, and common suffrage of the common man) gives the right to vote to all adult citizens, regardless of wealth, income, gender, social status, race, ethnicity, political stance, or any other restriction, subject only to relatively minor exceptions.

Answer 2

Answer:

In a democracy, universal adult franchise is important because of the following reasons:

 Democracy is the government of the people, by the people and for the people.  

 Every adult irrespective of caste, creed, religion, region, sex, rich or poor people are allowed to vote.  

This is called universal adult franchise.  

 Concept of universal adult franchise is based on equality.  

 In democracy every citizen is equal.