Question

write argument for democracy

Answer 1

Answer:

1) More Accountability from Democratic Government

● A nondemocratic government need not necessarily try to solve and respond to needs of the people, the response of a non democratic government depends on the wishes of the rulers.

● In a democracy the Government has to respond to the needs of the people, they are accountable to the people of the country.

2) Improved Decision Making Qualities

● Decisions taken in democracy are based on discussions and consultations held with various stakeholders. 

● On the flip side it may take more time, but the big advantage is that when multiple people are involved in decision making, the possibilities of making impulsive, rash decisions, irresponsible and wrong decisions will be avoided.

3) Democracy provides a method to deal with differences and conflicts.

● There will be differences of opinions and conflicts in any society.

● This is prevalent in a country like India which has immense social diversity.

● In India, people have varied and diverse preferences since people belong to different regions, religions, castes, speak different languages, and have diverse cultural practices. Hence differences of opinion are bound to rise.

● In Democracy no one is a permanent loser and no one is permanent winner, hence in a diverse country like India whenever conflicts arise, democracy is the only option which provides a peaceful solution.

4) Democracy enhances the dignity of citizens

● Principle of political equality is the foundation of democracy.

● In a democracy educated and uneducated will be given the same status.

● In a democracy poor and rich will be accorded the same status.

● In a democracy there is no scope for dictatorship.

5) Democracy is better than other forms of government because it allows us to correct its own mistakes.

● There is no guarantee that Governments will not make mistakes.

● There is no guarantee that mistakes will not happen in a democracy.

● On the positive side, mistakes done cannot be hidden for long in a democracy, democracy gives space for civilized public discussions and debates on the mistakes. Democracy gives room for rectifying the errors or mistakes.

● In a democracy if there is a mistake, the Government has to change its wrong decisions or people have the right to change the Government through elections.

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