Write a brief note on freedom and dignity to citizens in democratic and non- democratic countries.
The dignity and freedom of the individual is well preserved in a democracy. It is natural that every individual wants to receive respect from fellow beings. Often conflicts arise among individuals because some feel that they are not treated with due respect.
In non-democratic countries people do not enjoy freedom as they have always been dominated. They have been treated as sub-ordinates.
In democratic and non-democratic countries we find that men dominated the society. Women had to struggle for equal treatment in society. In India we find that female feticide is still prevalent in villages.
In modern democracies the laws have ensured that women are treated equally in society. In a non-democratic set up, this is not possible as the principle of individual freedom and dignity is not a legal or moral force.
In India caste inequalities is another problem that the fibre of democracy faces. Atrocities and discriminations against certain castes still continue in India. The Indian government is taking all steps the set this right. This is possible in a democratic set up, as the laws of the country are against inequality of caste. Many reservation policies are in force in India, to uplift the people of the lower castes.
A democracy transforms people from the status of a subject into that of a citizen.
Following allegation of killing of three civilians in Gandwara in a fake encounter by Jammu and Kashmir police, an enquiry has been ordered.
A democratic government has to be accountable, responsive and legitimate government. Discuss.
In democracy all citizens have one vote, which means that there is absence of any domination and conflict.
Write a brief note on freedom and dignity to citizens in democratic and non- democratic countries.
The prime duty of any democratic government is to reduction inequality in wealth among its citizens and eliminate poverty. Discuss.