Civics
The significance of rights in a democracy
Practice questions
Why are rights connected with social justice in democracy?Which significance of rights most strongly supports the idea of rule of law?In which example is the democratic significance of rights most clear?Why are rights considered a tool of power balance in democratic governance?Which significance of rights makes political equality practical?If rights are used only for one's group and to silence others, which principle is violated?Which argument connects rights with citizens' self-respect in democracy?Why can absence of rights make even equal voting right incomplete?When rights enable citizens to seek information and reasons, which democratic value is strengthened?In which idea is the moral significance of rights most visible?Without rights, how can the relation between governance and citizens deteriorate in democracy?Why are rights considered not only personal freedom but also a basis of public good?If a policy restricts freedom of expression unnecessarily in the name of equality, what role will rights play?Which significance of rights improves the quality of democratic decisions?What most clearly shows the importance of judiciary in protecting rights?If rights are written in the Constitution but people are not aware, what is the most likely result?Which analytical statement connects rights with accountability of governance?If the government says citizens will get only the rights rulers prefer, why is this idea undemocratic?How do rights give real protection to minorities in democracy?Which interpretation of rights gives democracy both moral and constitutional basis?