Question

why do rulers in non democratic countries need to hold elections ?​

Answer 1

Answer:

Elections in Non-democratic countries create a sense that they are on their transition phase to bacome a democratic country.

For example, Qatar which is ruled by Monarchy, conducts Central Municipal Council election for their 29 municipalities, elected representatives does not have any executive power, they can only make suggestions and follow up on them. CMC elections are held every four years, they are only ceremonial positions, real authority lies with the Monarchy.

Even after their first free Democratic election in Myanmar, still 25% of parliament seats are allocated to military officials and requires the consent of the 25% military officials in parliament to pass important acts and to make constitutional amendments.

As an outsider, if we view these elections in Non-democratic countries it gives an impression that they are turning to Democratic setup, but in reality Monarchy/dictators holds the absolute power.

Answer 2

Answer:

the reason is below

Explanation:

Rulers in non-democratic countries need to hold elections because they want to show the world that they are not unpopular, and they have the support of the people of the country which will improve their image in the eyes of the world.

Secondly, they want to show that their government and position have been achieved legally and according to the constitutional provisions.