Question

what is the difference between challenge of expansion and deepening of democracy???plse rplyyyy

Answer 1

A challenge is a difficulty which has a latent opportunity for progress. Democracy faces different types of challenges.

The challenge of expansion involves the application of the basic principle of democratic government across all regions. It is a horizontal expansion of democracy. It covers challenges like ensuring greater power to local governments, inclusion of women and minority groups.

The challenge of deepening of democracy involves strengthening of the institutions of democracy. For example T.N. Sheshan, the Chief Election Commissioner brought about revolutionary changes in the election process to discipline the political parties and ensure fairer elections.

Answer 2

Challenge means a difficulty which has a latent opportunity
for progress. When we overcome a challenge we rise to a higher level. There are
various challenges for democracy.

Challenge of expansion is the horizontal expansion of the
democratic process through the establishment of democratic institutions. For
example, certain socio-economically backward groups in India have not yet to got
political powers. Some north-eastern states have to be integrated with the
mainstream India.

Challenge of deepening is the vertical expansion of the
democratic process where institutions are given more powers through local self
governments. It involves strengthening of institutions and practices of
democracy. For example, in early nineties, the Chief Election Commissioner, Mr.
T.N. Sheshan brought about revolutionary changes to discipline the political
parties and ensure fairer elections.