Question

Read what Deepa has written on the topic: ‘My Family’.

Democracy does not only imply elections. My parents do all household work together. We also participate in it. We ensure that we talk cordially with each other. Even if we happen to fight, we try to listen to each other's views by stopping the fight as soon as possible. If any change has to be made, even the grandparents are consulted. Anuja wants to take up agricultural research as her career. Her decision was appreciated by everybody.

Do you think that Deepa's house functions in a democratic way? Which features of democracy can be found in this passage?

Answer 1

1. Yes, I do think that Deepa’s house functions in a democratic way.
2. The following features of democracy can be found in this passage:
   1. Equality: This is seen from the fact that everyone contributes towards the household chores.
   2. Fraternity: This can be seen from the fact that everyone respects each other’s opinions and tries to stop the fight as soon as possible.
   3. Right to freedom of expression: This is seen from the fact that everyone consults even the grandparents if any change has to be made.
   4. Right to liberty: This is clear from the fact that when Anuja decided to pursue a career in agricultural research, everyone appreciated and supported her decision.