Question 1 Hard Level 19
If government withdraws a wrong policy due to people's demand, which pro-democracy argument becomes strongest? A Morality declines in politics B Decisions are always slow C Capacity of correction and accountability D Democracy is unstable
Correct answer: C Public pressure can push government toward correction. Exam tip: treat public opinion as a tool of correction.
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If every decision in democracy needs long discussion and delay occurs in an emergency, which argument against democracy becomes stronger? A Slowness in decision making B Dignity of the individual C Mistake correction D Resolution of differences
Correct answer: A Delay in emergency can strengthen criticism of democracy's slow process. Exam tip: identify arguments according to context.
View question details Question 3 Hard Level 19
Which statement gives the most correct analysis of democracy's merits and weaknesses? A Democracy has no weakness B Democracy is only corruption C Democracy has weaknesses but also opportunities for correction accountability and dignity D People have no meaning in democracy
Correct answer: C Democracy should be evaluated by understanding both for and against arguments. Exam tip: give balanced analysis.
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If opposition and civil groups question government policies, which side of democracy is strengthened? A Hereditary power B Military rule C Distance from people D Accountability and deliberation
Correct answer: D Questions and debate make government accountable and examine decisions. Exam tip: connect opposition with democratic process.
View question details Question 5 Hard Level 19
If money power and caste polarisation are used to win elections, which criticism of democracy is shown? A Electoral competition can become unethical and divisive B Democracy always gives better decisions C Dignity automatically increases D Differences always get resolved
Correct answer: A Unethical electoral methods reduce quality of democracy. Exam tip: check quality of electoral process.
View question details Question 6 Hard Level 19
Under which condition does the better decision argument in favour of democracy seem most correct? A When there is no discussion B When decisions are made after hearing different opinions C When decisions are made by fear D When people have no information
Correct answer: B Real discussion and information are necessary for better decisions. Exam tip: do not treat discussion as merely formal.
View question details Question 7 Hard Level 19
If leaders in democracy avoid necessary but difficult decisions to please people, which criticism arises? A People's dignity increases B Differences are resolved peacefully C Popularity pressure can weaken policy D Correction is impossible
Correct answer: C Popularity pressure can sometimes weaken long-term interest. Exam tip: identify populist decisions.
View question details Question 8 Hard Level 19
If peaceful protest and elections are both possible due to democracy in a country, which combined benefit is shown? A People can pressure and change government without violence B Government becomes permanent C People's opinion gets suppressed D Elections become unnecessary
Correct answer: A Democracy gives peaceful routes of voice and electoral change. Exam tip: understand protest and election together.
View question details Question 9 Hard Level 19
Why should a majority decision in democracy not be treated as final truth? A Because majority is always wrong B Because discussion criticism and correction remain possible C Because elections do not happen D Because people have no rights
Correct answer: B In democracy, decisions can be reviewed and corrected. Exam tip: connect majority with accountability.
View question details Question 10 Hard Level 19
If media and civil society are free in democracy, which argument gets the strongest support? A Democracy is always slow B Corruption is certain in democracy C Government can become more accountable D Power remains in one person only
Correct answer: C Free media and civil society can scrutinise government. Exam tip: connect them with accountability.
View question details Question 11 Hard Level 19
When can the corruption argument against democracy become weaker? A When elections are transparent and people can ask questions B When money power remains hidden in elections C When government gives no information D When opposition remains silent
Correct answer: A Transparency and accountability can reduce the criticism of corruption. Exam tip: remember corrective institutions.
View question details Question 12 Hard Level 19
If citizens get equal respect in democracy but the decision process is slow, how will both points be classified? A Both are arguments against B Dignity in favour and slowness against C Both are in favour D Both are unrelated
Correct answer: B Dignity is a merit of democracy while slowness is a criticism. Exam tip: read mixed statements in separate parts.
View question details Question 13 Hard Level 19
If an argument says ordinary people do not understand complex matters of governance in democracy, what is the best response? A This is a criticism but democracy also gives citizens a chance to learn and participate B It proves rights are useless C It is a reason to end elections D It makes dignity impossible
Correct answer: A Despite criticism, democracy promotes citizen participation and learning. Exam tip: give balanced response to criticism.
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What is the relation between power change and instability arguments in democracy? A Power change is a tool of correction but frequent change can become criticism of instability B Power change is always wrong C Instability is always a merit of democracy D Changing government is impossible in democracy
Correct answer: A The same feature can have positive and negative meanings. Exam tip: decide the argument by context.
View question details Question 15 Hard Level 19
If public debate in democracy becomes limited only to voices of rich groups, which strength becomes weak? A Inclusive participation and equal dignity B Criticism of election expense C Government instability D Speed of decision
Correct answer: A Democratic debate should be open to all citizens. Exam tip: focus on inclusive participation.
View question details Question 16 Hard Level 19
Which criticism of democracy is linked with frequent alliance changes to gain office in electoral politics? A Dignity of individual B Political instability and race for power C Resolution of differences D Better decision
Correct answer: B Changing alliances for power can show instability and selfish politics. Exam tip: identify criticism in alliance context.
View question details Question 17 Hard Level 19
If laws and institutions are strong in democracy, what can happen to criticisms of corruption and instability? A They may reduce because accountability increases B They always increase C Democracy ends D People's role ends
Correct answer: A Strong institutions can control weaknesses of democracy. Exam tip: remember relation between institutions and accountability.
View question details Question 18 Hard Level 19
Which statement most weakens the better decision argument in democracy? A Decision is based on broad discussion and information B Decision is based only on emotional propaganda and rumours C Opposition asks questions D People read policy
Correct answer: B Rumours and emotional propaganda reduce decision quality. Exam tip: distinguish informed discussion from propaganda.
View question details Question 19 Hard Level 19
If people ask questions on policy before elections, which dual benefit of democracy is shown? A Accountability and better decisions B Instability and corruption C Hereditary rule and fear D Secret order and force
Correct answer: A Questions on policy make government accountable and improve decisions. Exam tip: treat questioning as democratic strength.
View question details Question 20 Hard Level 19
If the slow decision process of government harms citizens' safety, which argument against democracy gets an example? A Dignity argument B Slow decision argument C Mistake correction argument D Participation argument
Correct answer: B Where time is necessary, excessive delay can become a criticism of democracy. Exam tip: evaluate slowness by situation.
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