Questions
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Q1
How does democracy produce accountable government?
Democracy produces accountable government through regular elections, public debate, citizen rights, opposition parties, media scrutiny, and institutions that require rulers to explain and justify decisions. It may be slower, but it gives people mechanisms to correct governments.
Q2
Is democracy always better for economic growth?
Democracy does not guarantee the highest economic growth, because growth also depends on resources, policies, global conditions, and social stability. However, democracy is valuable because it allows participation, rights, and correction of mistakes along with development goals.
Q3
How does democracy respond to social and economic inequality?
Democracy provides political equality through one person, one vote, but economic and social inequalities can persist. Democratic politics creates space for disadvantaged groups to demand welfare, rights, representation, and redistributive policies.
Q4
How does democracy accommodate social diversity?
Democracy accommodates diversity by allowing discussion, negotiation, power-sharing, rights, and peaceful competition among groups. It works best when no group permanently dominates others and citizens respect constitutional values.
Q5
Why are dignity and freedom important outcomes of democracy?
Democracy promotes dignity and freedom by recognising citizens as equal, protecting rights, allowing criticism, and giving people a voice. Movements by women, Dalits, minorities, and other groups use democratic space to challenge inequality.