When can lack of quick decision making in democracy become a serious problem?
Correct answer: A
Delay can be harmful in a crisis. In exams connect criticism of slow decision with situation.
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Arguments for and against democracy
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Expert · Level 20 · civics,democracy,expert,quick_decision,crisis
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- When urgent action is necessary in a crisis
- When discussion improves decisions
- When people's consent is taken
- When differences are resolved peacefully
Expert · Level 20 · civics,democracy,expert,discussion,one_sided_decision
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- Risk of one-sided and hasty decision
- Risk of people's participation
- Risk of accountability
- Risk of equality
Expert · Level 20 · civics,democracy,expert,minority_views,inclusion
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- Inclusive and peaceful governance
- Authoritarian rule
- Secret orders
- Money power rule
Expert · Level 20 · civics,democracy,expert,policy_instability,government_change
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- Change in government and leadership after elections
- Citizen dignity
- Protection of rights
- Public debate
Expert · Level 20 · civics,democracy,expert,citizen_participation,dignity
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- Treating citizens only as order following subjects
- Citizen dignity
- Equal political importance
- Public debate
Expert · Level 20 · civics,democracy,expert,accountability,corruption
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- Corruption is possible but accountability gives a way to challenge it
- Corruption is a benefit of democracy
- Accountability always increases corruption
- Corruption cannot be questioned
Expert · Level 20 · civics,democracy,expert,balanced_conclusion,arguments
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- Democracy is not perfect but accountability dignity and corrective capacity make it strong
- Democracy has no weakness
- Democracy has no benefit
- People have no place in democracy
Expert · Level 20 · civics,democracy,expert,better_option,correction
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- Because it gives accountability participation and chance for correction
- Because it keeps all decisions secret
- Because it keeps citizens silent
- Because it makes government permanent
Expert · Level 20 · civics,democracy,expert,self_correction,criticism
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- Capacity for self correction
- Permanent dictatorship
- Citizen silence
- Secret rule
Expert · Level 20 · civics,democracy,expert,balanced_view,citizen_dignity
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- Democracy has limits yet accountability and citizen dignity make it superior
- Democracy has only weaknesses
- No criticism is possible in democracy
- People's role ends in democracy
Expert · Level 21 · democracy,decision process,legitimacy
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- Despite slow process decisions may become more legitimate and balanced
- Democracy always fails because of slow process
- Views of affected groups are useless
- Fast decision is always just
Expert · Level 21 · wrong leader,correction,elections
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- A wrong leader always remains permanent
- People can correct the mistake by changing the leader next time
- Elections should be removed
- Public opinion has no value
Expert · Level 21 · accountability,public opinion,criticism
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- Because people's role ends after elections
- Because ruler becomes above law
- Because criticism public opinion and questions also keep government answerable
- Because government answers to no one
Expert · Level 21 · polarisation,electoral competition,balance
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- Electoral competition has no risk
- Polarisation is an advantage of democracy
- Elections always unite society
- This is a criticism of democracy but elections also provide peaceful transfer of power
Expert · Level 21 · citizen dignity,participation,voice
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- Because citizens also get respect voice criticism and participation
- Because voting is not needed
- Because only ruler has dignity
- Because citizens should remain silent
Expert · Level 21 · money power,election expense,criticism
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- Democracy is always cost free
- Argument of election expense and unequal influence
- Argument of citizen dignity
- Argument of peaceful transfer of power
Expert · Level 21 · debate,facts,decision quality
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- Because facts are always unnecessary
- Because slogans always give correct decisions
- Because reasoning and facts are necessary for decision quality
- Because public participation ends
Expert · Level 21 · popularity,competence,criticism
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- Difference between public opinion and legitimacy
- Difference between election and voting
- Difference between rights and dignity
- Difference between popular support and administrative ability
Expert · Level 21 · people consent,legitimacy,democracy
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- People's consent gives legitimacy to governance
- Fast decision itself is democracy
- People's participation weakens governance
- Consent has no relation with governance
Expert · Level 21 · populism,election promises,criticism
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- Elections will always end
- Leaders may make unrealistic or short term promises to get votes
- People's participation will always decrease
- Peaceful power transfer will be impossible
Discussion in democracy is slow but which risk can it reduce?
Correct answer: A
Discussion can balance one-sided decisions. In exams do not always treat slowness as negative.
View question detailsIf minority views are also heard in democracy which side becomes stronger?
Correct answer: A
Hearing minority views helps handle differences peacefully. In exams write inclusiveness as a benefit.
View question detailsPolicy instability becomes a criticism of democracy due to what reason?
Correct answer: A
Change of government can affect policy continuity. In exams treat policy instability as a criticism.
View question detailsTreating citizens as participants in democracy challenges what?
Correct answer: A
Democracy treats citizens as active participants. In exams understand the difference between subject and citizen.
View question detailsHow should accountability and criticism of corruption be understood together?
Correct answer: A
Democracy has weaknesses but also tools to challenge them. In exams write balanced analysis.
View question detailsWhat is the most balanced conclusion about arguments for and against democracy?
Correct answer: A
Democracy has limitations but its corrective qualities are important. In exams keep the conclusion balanced.
View question detailsDespite criticisms why can democracy be considered a better option?
Correct answer: A
The strength of democracy lies in people's role and corrective capacity. In exams write democracy as a better option despite limitations.
View question detailsIf democracy has weaknesses but citizens can openly challenge them which quality does it show?
Correct answer: A
Democracy's strength lies in its ability to tolerate criticism and improve. In exams write self correction as a strong point of democracy.
View question detailsWhich idea best shows an expert-level balanced view on democracy?
Correct answer: A
A balanced view accepts both weaknesses and strengths of democracy. In exams write accountability dignity and corrective capacity in conclusion.
View question detailsIf democracy takes slow decisions but consults affected groups before deciding what is the most mature evaluation?
Correct answer: A
Democratic process may take time but can increase legitimacy and quality. Exam tip: write balance between speed and legitimacy.
View question detailsIf someone says people may choose a wrong leader in democracy what is the strongest democratic counter argument?
Correct answer: B
In democracy a mistake is not permanent because elections give a chance to correct it. Exam tip: write mistake and correction together.
View question detailsWhy does the accountability argument in democracy go beyond elections alone?
Correct answer: C
Accountability is built through elections as well as public scrutiny. Exam tip: keep elections criticism and public opinion together.
View question detailsIf electoral competition in democracy increases polarisation in society which conclusion is appropriate?
Correct answer: D
Electoral competition may carry tension but elections are also a peaceful democratic method. Exam tip: keep a balanced view.
View question detailsWhy is the dignity argument in democracy broader than only the right to vote?
Correct answer: A
Dignity includes political voice and respected participation. Exam tip: treat dignity as a broad democratic value.
View question detailsIf money power starts influencing the electoral process which criticism of democracy becomes stronger?
Correct answer: B
Money power can affect political equality and fair competition. Exam tip: place election expense under arguments against democracy.
View question detailsIf democratic debate is based on slogans rather than facts why will the better decision argument weaken?
Correct answer: C
Debate is useful only when based on reasoning and facts. Exam tip: check quality of debate too.
View question detailsWhen critics say popularity is not a guarantee of competence what distinction do they highlight?
Correct answer: D
Winning elections is not always proof of good administrative ability. Exam tip: remember the difference between popularity and competence.
View question detailsIf a system gives quick decisions but does not take people's consent which argument best supports democracy?
Correct answer: A
Democracy is not judged only by how quickly a decision is made. A government may act very fast, but if it ignores the people affected by the decision, its authority may not be accepted as rightful. Consent means that citizens have a meaningful opportunity to choose representatives, express views, question rulers and take part in public decisions. This participation gives government legitimacy, or the accepted right to govern.
Option A is correct because people's consent supports the legitimacy of governance. Speed can sometimes be useful, but it cannot by itself make a system democratic. Option B confuses quick action with democracy, while C and D reject the importance of participation and consent. Democratic procedures may take time because different views must be heard, yet that process makes decisions more accountable and acceptable to citizens.
The criticism of populist promises in democracy is linked to which risk?
Correct answer: B
Populist promises may weaken long term interest. Exam tip: treat this as a criticism of democracy.
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