what are the flaws in a democratic govt
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Most countries in the world are democratic. The leaders are elected by masses for a specified term.
India is the biggest democratic country in the world. Yet, it is still a developing country after many years of independence. While China is developed country with same time period of independence. This is because of few disadvantages of democracy rule.
Democracy is the best form of government so far found, but democracy is not without its defects and its critics. In ancient times when states were small, men would gather in a particular place and decide everything by vote.
1) Indirect or representative democracy:
As the size of states is becoming larger and larger, we have to content ourselves with indirect or representative democracy. Very often, it is found that the elected representative is a power-loving person. They work for their personal interests and ignore the interest of the nation.
2) Lack of educated and experienced voters:
A large number of uneducated voters participate in the election process. They have no political experience and become victims of powerful people who deceive them with large promises and use them for their own private ends.
3) Equal voting right to both wise, average and innocent person:
The common people have no political experience. They don’t have the political wisdom. Ignorant people may or may not vote for the right candidate, while the innocent may only vote for the candidate who they are familiar with and at many times average people fail to accept new and familiar concepts. Therefore voting rights for all becomes a burden rather than a benefit.
4) Freedom to all shades of opinion:
Another charge against democracy is that as it gives freedom of expression to all shades of opinion. It easily leads to the formation of parties, whose only plan of action is to debate without reaching a decision.
5) Delay in decision making process:
The power is not centralized which delays the decision making process. A number of formalities are to be observed in decision making and adopting process. At times, it becomes difficult to take quick measures in the best interest of the country. This acts as an hindrance for economic growth and development.
In the end, I would like to say that, the arguments against democracy have only a temporary significance. The electorates do, indeed, vote once in a few years, but they can take an intelligent interest in the daily affairs of their countries. Democracy is becoming more and more effective as education is becoming more and more widespread.
It is, indeed, true that democracy means discussion, opposition and thus it slows down movement. But that is a blessing rather than a curse. It is desirable that all measures be examined thoroughly before they are put into practice.
Hope this answers your question.
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the rule of law an independent judiciary and the liberty of the citizen regardless of their opinions are crucial