Question

A group discussion on the merits and demerits of democracy of India in the classroom.

Answer 1

• Merits

1. Responsible and accountable government.
2. Equality and fraternity.
3. Sense of responsibility among common people.
4. Local self-government.
5. Development and prosperity for all.
6. Popular sovereignty.
7. Sense of cooperation and fraternal feeling

• Demerits

1. Indirect or representative nature of democracy.
2. Lack of interest in the democratic process and hence lower turnout in elections.
3. Instability in governance due to fractured mandate.
4. Delay in decision – making process.