Civics
Arguments for and against democracy
Practice questions
If a democracy is slow in decision making but listens to different groups before deciding which conclusion is most balanced?If an elected government avoids listening to public criticism which argument in favour of democracy becomes weak?When critics say popular leaders are not always competent which problem are they pointing to?If elections in democracy are very costly and money power starts influencing them which argument is strengthened?Why is the dignity argument in democracy not limited only to voting?If parties in democracy make unrealistic promises only to win which criticism is appropriate?Which democratic advantage is most clearly shown by the argument of peaceful transfer of power?If a system gives quick decisions but does not take people's consent what counter argument supports democracy?If a policy is delayed due to debate but later has fewer mistakes how should this be understood?The argument of emotional voting against democracy challenges what?If people replace a bad government next time in democracy which favourable argument is proved?What condition is necessary along with majority decision making in democracy?If political competition starts dividing society into groups which criticism of democracy appears?Why does people's participation increase the legitimacy of decisions in democracy?When critics say leaders remain busy winning elections what risk do they show?In democracy open debate not only gives citizens the right to speak but what else does it do?How is the accountability argument in democracy different from authoritarian rule?If there is much disagreement over decisions in democracy what positive point can supporters mention?The argument against repeated elections in democracy is linked with which practical problem?When can decisions in democracy be closer to people's needs?