state any three features of democracy
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1) a democracy must be based on a free and fair election.
2)A democratic government rules within limits set by constitutional law and citizens
3) in a democracy each adult citizen must have one vote equality to one value
1. Popular Sovereignty:
The principle of popular sovereignty, which means the people are the source of all power, is the very essence of a democracy. The government gets all its power from their people. It exercises it so long as the people desire. People can change the government through elections. Government always tries to demonstrate its respect for the principle of sovereignty of the people.
2. Principle of Equality:
The principle of equality is the foremost principle of democracy. In it all the people, without any discrimination, are treated as equal. In fact respect for social and political equality of all the people is the cornerstone of democracy. All the people enjoy equal political rights, equality before law and equality of opportunity without any discrimination.
3. Equality of Opportunities:
Equality of opportunities is also a fundamental feature of democracy. It, however, does not stand for equal opportunities for all irrespective of their qualifications and abilities. It simply means that each individual should have a free and fair chance to compete and be selected on the basis of his/her qualifications and abilities. Each person enjoys the opportunity to progress and develop in society and contribute his/her efforts towards the betterment of society.