why do we need democracy?
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We need democracy becasue It ensures proper functioning of the government since it is the people who elect them and therefore this makes them more accountable.
*Protecting the interests of citizens:
People get the chance to vote on the key issues affecting their country or can elect representatives to make these decisions.
*Promoting equality:
One principle of democracy is that all people are equal in the eyes of the law, and every person gets a vote.
*Preventing abuse of power:
In democracies, people in authority are usually elected by people who vote them in. They are therefore responsible for carrying out the will of those who elected them. If they misuse their position, they won’t be re-elected.
*Creating stability:
Democracies have rules and laws that provide stability and protect human rights (see our guide on Understanding human rights to find out more). Democratic governments have time to make changes that are in the interests of everyone.