Why is the slow decision-making argument given against democracy?
Correct answer: B
In democracy many groups may need to be consulted so decisions can be slow. In exams remember this as a criticism of democracy.
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Medium · Level 20 · civics,democracy,criticism,slow_decisions
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- Because one person gives orders immediately
- Because discussion and building agreement take time
- Because citizens have no rights
- Because elections do not occur
Medium · Level 20 · civics,democracy,decision_quality,deliberation
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- A single ruler's decision
- Keeping people away from governance
- Deliberation and discussion of different views
- Ending rights
Medium · Level 20 · civics,democracy,corruption,elections
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- When citizens vote freely
- When government answers people
- When decisions are made through discussion
- When elections are affected by money and desire for office
Medium · Level 20 · civics,democracy,social_differences,dialogue
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- By giving a chance for dialogue and peaceful agreement
- By suppressing all differences by force
- By always giving rights to one group
- By separating citizens from governance
Medium · Level 20 · civics,democracy,instability,leadership
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- Citizens' dignity increases
- Policies may become unstable
- Government always remains permanent
- Discussion ends
Medium · Level 20 · civics,democracy,dignity,participation
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- Because citizens are kept out of governance
- Because citizens' voice is suppressed
- Because citizens get the right to vote and participate
- Because citizens are outside law
Medium · Level 20 · civics,democracy,voters,criticism
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- All voters are always experts
- Voters never make wrong choices
- Elections are not needed
- Ordinary voters may not know every complex issue fully
Medium · Level 20 · civics,democracy,responsibility,elections
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- Because government does not take questions from people
- Because people can change the government in elections
- Because government is above law
- Because citizens have no rights
Medium · Level 20 · civics,democracy,political_competition,power
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- It always increases morality
- It removes citizens from governance
- It can sometimes become a race for power
- It ends elections
Medium · Level 20 · civics,democracy,equality,participation
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- Only some people are politically important
- Rich people should get more rights
- Government should be above people
- Every citizen gets political importance and participation
Medium · Level 20 · civics,democracy,consent,legitimacy
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- Democratic legitimacy
- Hereditary right
- Military power
- Secret rule
Medium · Level 20 · civics,democracy,elected_leaders,expertise
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- Argument in favour of democracy
- Argument against democracy
- Argument for voting right
- Argument for rule of law
Medium · Level 20 · civics,democracy,consultation,benefit
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- It keeps people away from governance
- It makes decisions secret
- It can make decisions more thoughtful
- It removes rights
Medium · Level 20 · civics,democracy,money_power,criticism
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- Equal dignity of all citizens
- People's consent
- Peaceful resolution of differences
- Possibility of money influence in elections
Medium · Level 20 · civics,democracy,questioning,accountability
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- Democracy gives accountable governance
- People remain silent in democracy
- Elections do not occur in democracy
- Rights do not exist in democracy
Medium · Level 20 · civics,democracy,balanced_view,decision_making
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- Because it keeps citizens away from rights
- Because it avoids haste and gives chance for deliberation
- Because it ends law
- Because it stops elections
Medium · Level 20 · civics,democracy,participation,people
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- Dynasty
- Military power
- People's will and experience
- Secret orders
Medium · Level 20 · civics,democracy,voters,wrong_choice
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- Voters are always experts
- Elections should never happen
- No correction is possible in democracy
- Possibility of wrong choice in democratic elections
Medium · Level 20 · civics,democracy,dignity,equality
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- By giving citizens equal political importance in governance
- By silencing citizens
- By giving decision right only to rich people
- By keeping government separate from people
Medium · Level 20 · civics,democracy,policy_instability,criticism
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- When leaders change and policy continuity breaks
- When citizens vote
- When government is accountable
- When rights are respected
What is considered the reason for better quality of decisions in democracy?
Correct answer: C
Discussion brings different viewpoints and can make decisions more balanced. In exams write decision quality as an argument for democracy.
View question detailsIn which situation does the corruption-related criticism of democracy arise?
Correct answer: D
Money power and desire for office in electoral competition can increase corruption. In exams treat it as an argument against democracy.
View question detailsHow does democracy help in handling social differences?
Correct answer: A
Democracy gives space to resolve differences through dialogue. In exams write conflict resolution as a benefit of democracy.
View question detailsWhat criticism of democracy is made due to frequent elections and change of leadership?
Correct answer: B
Change of leaders can affect continuity of policies. In exams understand instability as a criticism of democracy.
View question detailsWhy does democracy enhance the dignity of citizens?
Correct answer: C
Participation gives citizens a respectful place in governance. In exams connect dignity with democratic participation.
View question detailsWhat does the criticism of democracy related to voters' knowledge say?
Correct answer: D
Critics say all voters are not experts in every policy. In exams write it as a limitation of democracy.
View question detailsWhy is government more responsible to people in democracy?
Correct answer: B
Elections make government answerable to people. In exams remember elections and accountability together.
View question detailsWhich argument is given against political competition in democracy?
Correct answer: C
Political competition can sometimes become power-centred. In exams identify it as a criticism of democracy.
View question detailsWhich argument in favour of democracy is related to citizen equality?
Correct answer: D
Democracy treats citizens as politically important. In exams write equality as an argument in favour of democracy.
View question detailsWhat does people's consent give to governance in democracy?
Correct answer: A
People's consent gives legitimacy to democratic government. In exams write consent and legitimacy together.
View question detailsWhat type of argument is that elected leaders are not always experts?
Correct answer: B
This is a criticism that elected leaders may not be experts in every subject. In exams treat it as an argument against democracy.
View question detailsWhat is the benefit of discussion and consultation in democracy?
Correct answer: C
Consultation can include different experiences and opinions in decisions. In exams write discussion as a benefit of democracy.
View question detailsWhat does the money-power argument against democracy focus on?
Correct answer: D
Money influence in elections can weaken democratic fairness. In exams treat money power as a criticism.
View question detailsCitizens can question the government in democracy strengthens which argument?
Correct answer: A
Questioning makes government responsible before people. In exams connect questioning with accountability.
View question detailsWhy can slow decision-making in democracy sometimes also be considered a benefit?
Correct answer: B
Slow process is a criticism but it can help thoughtful decisions. In exams keep a balanced view.
View question detailsWith what does citizens' participation connect governance in democracy?
Correct answer: C
Participation connects governance with people's needs and experiences. In exams write participation as an argument for democracy.
View question detailsWhat does the argument that voters may choose wrong leaders show against democracy?
Correct answer: D
Voters may sometimes choose wrong leaders but can also correct later. In exams remember both criticism and correction.
View question detailsHow are dignity and equality connected in democracy?
Correct answer: A
Democracy gives citizens equal political importance. In exams connect dignity with equal participation.
View question detailsWhen does the criticism of policy instability in democracy arise?
Correct answer: A
Leadership change can reduce policy continuity. In exams write it as a criticism of democracy.
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