In democracy all citizens have one vote, which means that there is absence of any domination and conflict.
a) History reveals that poor countries achieved better economic growth under dictatorship rather than in a democracy. Though this may be true, the positive aspects of democracy, like freedom of expression, dignity and independence cannot be sacrificed for economic growth alone.
b) It is true that Democracy can't reduce inequality of incomes between different citizens. But inequality of incomes may be due to various social and economic conditions and democracy as a form of government cannot be held responsible for the inequality of income.
c) Poor countries have to spend more on poverty reduction, health, education as the best resource for a country is ‘human resource'. A healthier, happier and educated society will automatically bring prosperity to a nation.
d) It is true that in a democracy all citizens have one vote and all votes are of equal value. In some democracies we do find certain groups dominating others and conflicts do arise. The constitution, democracies follow, resolves these conflicts through negotiation.
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.