Question

Observe Fig., and explore the various other digital and non-digital ways through which you can participate in a democracy.

Answer 1

Young people can participate in democracy in several digital and non-digital ways apart from those shown in the figure. When they become eligible, they can vote and encourage others to vote responsibly. They can also participate in debates, discussions and mock parliaments in schools to understand democratic decision-making.

Youth can contribute to society through community service, such as cleanliness campaigns, disaster-relief activities and awareness programmes. They can communicate with local representatives, raise problems in their neighbourhoods and suggest possible solutions.

Students can also take part in school media events and press conferences to discuss social issues and express their views responsibly. Through digital platforms, they can spread awareness, identify and report fake news, follow official government sources and support social causes through online petitions.

These activities help young people become active, informed and responsible citizens and contribute to strengthening democracy.