Need of Defining Democracy


 
 
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Need of Defining Democracy

Need of Defining Democracy: Sometimes it does not seem logical to give a perfect definition of democracy, as it is a concept which is practically felt and discussed in different parts of the world.

But, defining democracy is essential because we need to clearly understand it. Different people use it for different purposes and also different kinds of governments call themselves as democracies.

We can understand the meaning of a word like democracy only by observing some examples where it has been practised. But we need to define it more accurately so that we can use it correctly for describing other similar situations, instead of just accepting what it means to other people.

Why We need democracy ?

1. It ensures proper functioning of the government since it is the people who elect them and therefore this makes them more accountable.

2. Democracy is based on consultations and discussions. People collectively discuss and take decisions and this improves the quality of decision making.

3. Differences are bound to take place in a society where people belonging to various castes, religion and classes live together. Democracy provides peaceful solution to this problem because decisions which are taken by mutual consent are followed and respected by all.

4. There are possibilities of taking wrong decisions in a democracy. However, as there is a space for public discussions, such mistakes cannot remain hidden from the people for long. If the representatives of the people do not change their incorrect decisions, they may not get elected by the people in the next election.

 
 


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