Pleaze answer it I know its quite tough but I swear to follow the person who answers Q.1 Why do we prefer democracy over any other form of government? Give 4 reasons. Q.2 What is the significance of rule of law and respect for rights in a democratic country? State 4 points. Q.3 What is democracy? Explain any 4 features of democracy. Q.4 ‘Democracy enhances the dignity of citizen.’ Justify this statement. Q.5 ‘A Democratic government is a better form of government because it allows us to correct our own mistake.’ Discuss. Q.6 Why is democracy called a ‘‘Government by discussion’’? Q.7 This cartoon was drawn when elections were held in Iraq, in the presence of US and other foreign powers. What is your view regarding this cartoon? Why is the word ‘DEMOCRACY’ written in this particular way? Q.8 Despite its demerits, why is democracy the most preferred form of government? Explain. Q.9 Democracy is the most popular form of government emerging in the modern times; still the shortcomings cannot be ruled out. Justify the statement by accessing short comings of democracy. Q.10 Write any two arguments in favour and two against democracy as a form of governments.
Answers
ANSWER.1 :
Democracy in every country is relevant because of the following reasons:
1. It ensures in giving equality to every person in the country.
2. No specific power is provided to any single person.
3. People have become powerful in choosing the government.
4. No discrimination is done on the basis of gender, caste, etc.
ANSWER.2 :
Rule of law is important because: ... Its supremacy ensures no person can claim to be above law. It ensures adherence of principles of natural justice like: giving reasonable opportunity, impartiality of decision, etc. It leads to fairness, both substantive and procedural.It also includes that no person would violate the laws. Thus, rule of law governs a state in democracy. Respect for rights mean that every citizen of a democratic state is provided with some important rights and it is a duty of everybody to respect each other's rights and comply with them
ANSWER.3 :
A system of government by the whole population or all the eligible members of a state, typically through elected representatives.
Four major features were-
1 There are four major features of democracy which are as follows:
1. In a democracy, the final decision making power must rest with those elected by the people.
2. A democracy must be based on a free and fair election where those currently in power have a fair chance to losing.
3. In a democracy, each adult citizen must have one vote and each vote must have one value.
4. A democratic government rules within limits set by the constitutional law and citizens rights.
ANSWER.4 :
Democracy enhances the dignity of citizens. Democracy is based on the principle of political equality, on recognising that the poorest and the least educated has the same status as the rich and the educated. People are not subjects of a ruler, they are the rulers themselves. Even when they make mistakes, they are responsible for their conduct.
ANSWER.5 :
1) in a democracy mistakes cannot remain hidden for long.
2) there is always a space for public discussions on such mistakes and there is a chance for correction.
3) either the ruler have to change their decision or the ruler can be changed.thus democacy allows us to correct its own mistake.
ANSWER.6 :
it is called so because
i) it involve many people and discussion
ii) when lots of people give arguments against the same topic then it became easier to discussed
iii) this allows us not to take wrong descion.
ANSWER.7 :
The headlines about Afghanistan clearly suggest that democracy is not accepted by the people. This cartoon was drawn when elections were held in Iraq with the presence of US and other foreign powers. ... Again the cartoon suggests that there is no true democracy in Syria.
ANSWER.8 :
Answer:
Despite its demerits democracy is still the most preferred form of government as it is:
Explanation:
1- A more accountable form of government. It responds to the needs of the people because the constitution requires it.
2- Better decision came for when many heads together strive to do so, this reduces the chance of rash decisions or irresponsible decisions plus a democracy enhances the dignity of citizens. It is clearly better than any other form of government.
ANSWER.9 :
Some of the shortcomings of democracy are as follows:-
• Large amount of prevalent corruption among government officials
• Voting becomes a personal choice instead of an aspect of the country’s betterment and some do not take it seriously
• Choosing wrong government officials
• Takes time to make decisions
• Favors only the majority
ANSWER.10 :
In favour:
1. Democracy improves the quality of decision-making and reduces the chances of rash and irresponsible decisions taken.
2. Democracy provides a method to deal with differences and conflicts between its citizens.
3. Democracy enhances the dignity of its citizens.
Against:
1. Democracy is all about political competition and power play. There is no scope for morality.
2. So many people have to be consulted in a democracy to take decisions that it leads to delays.
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