Question

Which factors are required for the success of democracy in India?

Answer 1

Factors required for the success of democracy in India are:

1. Inclusion of minorities: All religious, linguistic, ethnic, and caste groups should get equal opportunity to participate in policymaking.
2. Decriminalisation of Politics: To prevent the criminalisation of politics, the judiciary has adopted measures such as prohibiting criminals from participating in the political process.
3. Social Campaigns: Conscious efforts are required at both social and individual levels for the success of government programmes.  In this regard, various NGOs have made significant contributions to education, health care, women's empowerment, and environmental cleanliness.
4. Increase participation: Increased public participation can drive public policies. To encourage women to participate in social life, 50% of seats are reserved for women in local self-governing institutions.

Answer 2

1. In a democratic system, everyone’s views must be regarded as necessary. Likewise, majority rule should not become the rule of one community.
2. All religious, linguistic, ethnic, and caste communities must have equal opportunities to participate in decision-making processes.
3. The judiciary in India is viewed as making deliberate efforts to keep the political process transparent.
4. To make Indian democracy genuinely successful, it is necessary to expand citizens’ participation at every level.