Question

Is democracy is effective in reducing inequality and poverty

Answer 1

In principle democracy is the best form of govt. and most effective in reducing inequality and poverty. Democracy accomodates differences among citizens. Since democratic govt. is elected by people, it is more accountable and responsive than other non-democratic regimes. Hence democratic govts take steps to reduce economic inequality and poverty e.g. If we compare India during colonial rule and India after independence, we can see how economic inequalities have considerably reduced. Freedom and opprtunities are not guaranteed in a non-democratic regime. Although it is argued that democracy has not been able to reduce economic inequalities(it is a challenge to be overcomed), it can still be said that democracy is THE most effective way to reduce economic inequalities(as compared to non-democratic regimes)

Answer 2

Answer:

Four ways in which democracies have been able to reduce inequality and poverty are:

Gives equal voting rights to all the citizens.

Provides equal opportunity to all the sections of the society.

Ensures social equality by protecting the rights of the citizens without discrimination.

Equally distributes benefits to all the sections of the society.

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