Civics

Need for power sharing in democracy

In Class 10 Civics, this topic from the chapter Power-sharing explains why dividing power is essential in a democracy. Students learn that sharing authority among different organs of government, levels of administration, social groups and political parties helps prevent conflict, protect minority interests and maintain political stability. The topic also presents prudential reasons, which improve decision-making and reduce the risk of violence, and moral reasons, which uphold democratic participation and the right of citizens to be consulted.