Question

Who decides about my security? Some leaders and experts? Can’t I decide what is my security?

Answer 1

Security is not only the concern of leaders and experts. In a democracy, citizens must participate in deciding what threatens their security because security ultimately means protecting their lives, rights, dignity and well-being. However, governments and experts are needed to assess threats and formulate effective policies. Therefore, security decisions should be based on democratic debate, public consultation and expert advice.