Civics

Outcomes of Democracy

Question:

Write a brief note on freedom and dignity to citizens in democratic and non- democratic countries.

Answer:

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.

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Outcomes of Democracy

Q 1.

Following allegation of killing of three civilians in Gandwara in a fake encounter by Jammu and Kashmir police, an enquiry has been ordered.

Q 2.

A democratic government has to be accountable, responsive and legitimate government. Discuss.

Q 3.

Gives reasons why a democratic government is preferred to other forms of governments.

Q 4.

In democracy all citizens have one vote, which means that there is absence of any domination and conflict.

Q 5.

What are the main features of a democracy?

Q 6.

What is the basis of democracy and what are its advantages?

Q 7.

Compare democracies and non-democratic countries on the basis of economic growth.

Q 8.

Mention to factors that we have to look for while evaluating democracy in a system?

Q 9.

What should the government do to lift the poor from the clutches of poverty?

Q 10.

Does dictatorship always lead to higher economic growth?

Q 11.

How does democracy produce an accountable, responsive and legitimate government?

Q 12.

What are the main features of a democracy?

Q 13.

Mention a few factors that determine the economic growth of a country.

Q 14.

Write a brief note on the status of women in democratic and non-democratic countries.

Q 15.

What is the basis of democracy and what are its advantages?

Q 16.

Write a brief note on freedom and dignity to citizens in democratic and non- democratic countries.

Q 17.

What are the challenges faced by democratic governments?

Q 18.

What are the conditions under which democracies accommodate social diversities?

Q 19.

The prime duty of any democratic government is to reduction inequality in wealth among its citizens and eliminate poverty. Discuss.