mention three drawbacks of democratic government
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1. It opens an opportunity for corrupt officials.
Elected politicians will have access to budgets for government projects. By having this privilege, there is a possibility that some officials will be tempted to use the money for their personal interests. Moreover, politicians who have supporters and friends who make contributions for election campaigns might feel indebted to these people and might give these so-called cronies favors in the future.
2. It can lead to wrong choices when it comes to government leaders.
Since in a democratic form of government, running for office is easy so long as the requirements are met, people might make mistakes when voting. Basically, a seat in the office is free for all, aspiring politicians who do not have enough skills but are notable figures like actors, will be elected. Moreover, candidates who have the money to spend for advertisements but do not have a concrete platform can have an edge over a politician who is better but lacks the machinery to run a campaign.
3. It makes voting a personal choice.
One of the disadvantages to be thrown at democracy is the freedom not to vote. With the right to choose an individual’s preference for a leader also is the right not to vote at all. This is a setback, according to critics, since voting is a privilege and not an obligation. As such, there might be people who will choose not to practice their right to vote for lack of motivation or awareness. Also, there might be some voters who will not take elections seriously since they think whoever they choose will not make an impact since the majority always has an edge.
4. It takes time to make decisions.
Another disadvantage of having a democratic form or government is the fact that unlike in a monarchial form of government where decisions are made by one individual, this type of government follows protocol when it comes to decisions and law-making. Since coming up with decisions will undergo processes, time is needed to do so and this can take a long time.
5. It favors the majority.
Since elected officials are given the chance to be in office by way of the number of votes or a majority vote, members of the minority might not be given the voice. This is a downside because shrewd officials can make use of their money and power to persuade the majority of the voters to vote for them. And for the minority members that have relevant issues, they might not be able to be represented well because the majority will always win.
There is no perfect form of government – all have its upside and downside. What is important is that the advantages outweigh the disadvantages.
Elected politicians will have access to budgets for government projects. By having this privilege, there is a possibility that some officials will be tempted to use the money for their personal interests. Moreover, politicians who have supporters and friends who make contributions for election campaigns might feel indebted to these people and might give these so-called cronies favors in the future.
2. It can lead to wrong choices when it comes to government leaders.
Since in a democratic form of government, running for office is easy so long as the requirements are met, people might make mistakes when voting. Basically, a seat in the office is free for all, aspiring politicians who do not have enough skills but are notable figures like actors, will be elected. Moreover, candidates who have the money to spend for advertisements but do not have a concrete platform can have an edge over a politician who is better but lacks the machinery to run a campaign.
3. It makes voting a personal choice.
One of the disadvantages to be thrown at democracy is the freedom not to vote. With the right to choose an individual’s preference for a leader also is the right not to vote at all. This is a setback, according to critics, since voting is a privilege and not an obligation. As such, there might be people who will choose not to practice their right to vote for lack of motivation or awareness. Also, there might be some voters who will not take elections seriously since they think whoever they choose will not make an impact since the majority always has an edge.
4. It takes time to make decisions.
Another disadvantage of having a democratic form or government is the fact that unlike in a monarchial form of government where decisions are made by one individual, this type of government follows protocol when it comes to decisions and law-making. Since coming up with decisions will undergo processes, time is needed to do so and this can take a long time.
5. It favors the majority.
Since elected officials are given the chance to be in office by way of the number of votes or a majority vote, members of the minority might not be given the voice. This is a downside because shrewd officials can make use of their money and power to persuade the majority of the voters to vote for them. And for the minority members that have relevant issues, they might not be able to be represented well because the majority will always win.
There is no perfect form of government – all have its upside and downside. What is important is that the advantages outweigh the disadvantages.
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Three drawbacks of a democratic govt. are..
1. Due to consultancy with many people often decision making gets delayed.
2. Democratic govt keeps changing this creates a sense of instability.
3. Democracy is all about political power play hence induces corruption.
1. Due to consultancy with many people often decision making gets delayed.
2. Democratic govt keeps changing this creates a sense of instability.
3. Democracy is all about political power play hence induces corruption.
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