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Democracy
Class 9th Social Science (Political Science) Democracy – Get here the Notes, Question for Class 9th Democracy . Candidates who are ambitious to qualify the Class 9th with good score can check this article for Notes, By practicing this resources candidates definitely get the idea of which his/her weak areas and how to prepare well for the examination. |
WHAT IS DEMOCRACY?
Democracy is a form of government in which the rule over the country is of the people for the people and elected by the people
This definition allows to separate democracy from other forms of government that are clearly not democratic
Features of democracy
(1) Responsible government:
Democratic government is a responsible government. The representatives elected by the people on the basis of universal adult franchise remain responsible to the people and in case they do not remain responsible before the people, the people can change them during the next elections.
(2) Possibility of good laws:
In a democratic government, the representatives have a direct relation with the people. Therefore, they properly understand their problems and interests. They properly represent the interest of the people in the assemblies, and the parliament and always try to get the good laws passed.
(3 ) Political education :
The greatest merit of democracy is its educative value. Participation in elections and other political activities, make the people intelligent and politically conscious. They become enlightened citizens.
(4 )Based On liberty and fraternity:
In democracy, the rights and the liberty of the people are well safeguarded. People are given freedom to express their views without any fear. They can criticise the wrong policies of the government.
(5) Respect of the principle of equality:
In democracy, all are equal in The eyes of law, and no discrimination is done on the basis of birth, race, caste, colour, sex, religion, etc. All citizens get equal opportunities to participate in the affairs of the state
(6) Government based on the will of the people :
Democracy is based on the will of the people, and it functions according to their consent The Government cannot ignore the interest of the people.
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Arguments against democracy
(i) Instability :
Under democracy, leaders and political parties keep changing. This leads to political instability,
(ii) Low morality : Democracy is all about political competition and power play. There is no scope for morality.
(iii) Delays in decision making:
All the decisions are to be approved and discussed in the Parliament, and many people and institutions are to be consulted. So it leads to delays in decision making,
(iv) Bad decisions:
As most of the leaders do not know the best interest, of the people, it leads to bad decisions.
(v) Corruption :
As the democracy is based on electoral competition, it leads to corruption. Many political parties used muscle and money power to come to power,
(vi) Illiterate and politically unconscious voters :
In most of the developing countries, voters are illiterate and politically unconscious, so they elect wrong candidates.
Revision chart
What is Democracy?
Democracy is the most prevalent form of government in the world and it is expanding to more countries,
Why define Democracy?
Defining democracy raises many questions.
Features of Democracy
Major decisions by elected people
Free and fair elected competition
One person, one vote, one value • Rule of law and respect for rights
Why Democracy?
All great people have said nice things about democracy. Isn't it obvious that democracy is the best?
Arguments against Democracy
Democracy is all about political competition and power play. This leads to instability, bad decisions and corruption
Role of Citizens in a democracy :
Democracy cannot function in the absence of socially responsible and informed citizens.
When the citizens cast their votes, they provide directions to entire democratic process.
True Democracy
It will come in the country only when no one goes hungry to bed.
Representative Democracy
It is a common form of democracy where the majority of people rule through their elected leaders.
Important questions :
I. Very Short Answer Type Questions (1 Mark)
1. What does democracy mean?
2. In which country is PRI active?
3. What is the peculiar feature of ZANU-PF?
4. What is a representative democracy?
II. Short Answer Type Questions (3 Marks)
5. Give a few examples of the countries which do not provide equal right to vote
6. Mention a few limitations of a democratic government
7. Give a few arguments in favour of democracy
8. How does democracy enhance the dignity of citizens?
III. Long Answer Type Questions (5 Marks)
9. How is democracy better than other forms of government? Explain in view al the governance in China and that in India
10. The Institutional Revolutionary Party in Mexico never lost any election till 2009 main reasons to support your answer
11. Mention the main features of democracy
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