Question 1

If decisions are slow in democracy but opinions of many groups are considered before deciding, what is the most balanced conclusion?

Accepted Answer

Delay is a criticism but consultation can improve decision quality Slow process in democracy can be both a weakness and a strength for thoughtful decisions. Exam tip: write balanced answers.

Question 2

If leaders make false promises only to win elections, which argument against democracy becomes stronger?

Accepted Answer

Political competition may reduce morality False promises show weakness in the race for power. Exam tip: connect electoral morality with arguments against democracy.

Question 3

People can change government in democracy yet every decision is not correct. What conclusion follows?

Accepted Answer

Democracy gives chance to correct mistakes but is not free from mistakes Democracy is not perfect but has capacity for correction. Exam tip: understand mistakes and correction together.

Question 4

If a government takes very fast decisions but does not consult people, which pro-democracy argument goes against it?

Accepted Answer

Deliberation can make decisions better and more acceptable Democracy values consultation and participation, not only speed. Exam tip: separate fast decisions from better decisions.

Question 5

Which belief is challenged by the dignity argument in democracy?

Accepted Answer

Only some educated or powerful people matter in governance The dignity argument is based on equality and respect of citizens. Exam tip: do not treat elitist thinking as democratic.

Question 6

If government hides information to avoid public criticism, which democratic strength becomes weak?

Accepted Answer

Accountability and pressure of public opinion The direct answer is B: accountability and pressure of public opinion. In a democracy, people need information about government actions so that they can discuss them, criticise mistakes, and demand explanations. The reasoning is: information becomes available; citizens form an informed opinion; they question or criticise the government; the government must answer and may correct its action. If information is hidden merely to avoid criticism, this whole chain becomes weak. Option A, hereditary power, means rule passed through a family; hiding information does not make democracy hereditary. Option B is correct because public criticism and informed opinion make rulers accountable. Option C, military discipline, concerns obedience in the armed forces, not democratic control. Option D, one-sided command, is the opposite of open democratic discussion. Memory cue: information plus criticism leads to accountability.

Question 7

When can competition among many parties in democracy become a problem instead of a benefit?

Accepted Answer

When competition becomes a blind race for power Political competition gives choices but race for power may bring corruption. Exam tip: understand both sides of competition.

Question 8

If governments keep changing quickly in a democracy, which criticism gains strength?

Accepted Answer

Democracy can be unstable Frequent change can increase concern of instability in governance. Exam tip: identify instability as an argument against democracy.

Question 9

If people choose a wrong leader in democracy, why can democracy still be considered better?

Accepted Answer

Because people can correct the mistake in the next election The strength of democracy is not absence of mistakes but correction of mistakes. Exam tip: remember the capacity to correct.

Question 10

On what basis does the ordinary citizens argument criticise democracy?

Accepted Answer

Every voter may not be an expert decision maker This criticism doubts the political understanding of ordinary citizens. Exam tip: treat it as an argument against democracy.

Question 11

If someone says decisions in democracy can be short-term due to popularity pressure, what are they pointing out?

Accepted Answer

A decision-related criticism of democracy Popularity pressure can sometimes weaken far-sighted decisions. Exam tip: separate popular decisions from right decisions.

Question 12

Open debate in democracy can improve decisions but also delay them. Which evaluation is correct?

Accepted Answer

It is a dual aspect of democracy Open debate is both a strength and a cause of slowness in democracy. Exam tip: identify two sides of the same point.

Question 13

If different social groups present their demands in democracy, what is the most correct pro-democracy meaning?

Accepted Answer

Differences get a chance to appear peacefully Democracy brings differences into dialogue instead of suppressing them. Exam tip: connect diversity with dialogue.

Question 14

If money power influences elections in democracy, which criticism gains strength?

Accepted Answer

Electoral competition can bring corruption and inequality Money power can weaken electoral equality and clean politics. Exam tip: place money power under arguments against democracy.

Question 15

In which situation will the accountability argument of democracy be most clearly visible?

Accepted Answer

Government explains or changes policy after criticism Accountability is visible when government answers the people. Exam tip: connect accountability with responsive governance.

Question 16

Why can criticism of democracy say that elected leaders may also make bad decisions?

Accepted Answer

Because being elected does not automatically make decisions correct Election gives legitimacy but not a guarantee of correct decisions. Exam tip: separate election from decision quality.

Question 17

If people only get vote in democracy but have no environment to question, which merit becomes weak?

Accepted Answer

Accountability and participation Democracy needs not only voting but also accountability and citizen voice. Exam tip: see vote and questioning together.

Question 18

The dignity argument in democracy is most closely linked with what?

Accepted Answer

Treating every citizen as an equally respected participant In democracy, citizen is not merely an order-follower but a respected participant. Exam tip: connect dignity with participation.

Question 19

If a system is very stable but people cannot change it, which pro-democracy argument becomes important?

Accepted Answer

Accountability to people and chance of correction are more important than mere stability Democracy values accountability and correction more than mere stability. Exam tip: understand difference between stability and accountability.

Question 20

In what kind of society is the argument of peaceful resolution of differences especially important in democracy?

Accepted Answer

In a society with diverse languages religions and classes In a diverse society, democracy can handle differences through dialogue. Exam tip: remember relation between diversity and democracy.

Question 21

If government withdraws a wrong policy due to people's demand, which pro-democracy argument becomes strongest?

Accepted Answer

Capacity of correction and accountability The direct answer is Option C: capacity for correction and accountability. Democracy is not valuable because every decision is automatically correct. It is valuable because citizens can question the government, express opposition, and demand a change when a policy causes harm. Step by step: people notice the policy is wrong; they protest, discuss, vote, or use public pressure; the government responds by withdrawing or changing it; this shows that rulers are answerable to citizens. Option A is wrong because declining morality is not the result described. Option B is wrong because slow decisions are a possible criticism, not the strongest benefit here. Option C fits both correction and accountability exactly. Option D is wrong because instability is a possible criticism and does not explain correction. Memory cue: public pressure plus policy change means correction and accountability.

Question 22

If every decision in democracy needs long discussion and delay occurs in an emergency, which argument against democracy becomes stronger?

Accepted Answer

Slowness in decision making Delay in emergency can strengthen criticism of democracy's slow process. Exam tip: identify arguments according to context.

Question 23

Which statement gives the most correct analysis of democracy's merits and weaknesses?

Accepted Answer

Democracy has weaknesses but also opportunities for correction accountability and dignity Democracy should be evaluated by understanding both for and against arguments. Exam tip: give balanced analysis.

Question 24

If opposition and civil groups question government policies, which side of democracy is strengthened?

Accepted Answer

Accountability and deliberation Questions and debate make government accountable and examine decisions. Exam tip: connect opposition with democratic process.

Question 25

If money power and caste polarisation are used to win elections, which criticism of democracy is shown?

Accepted Answer

Electoral competition can become unethical and divisive Unethical electoral methods reduce quality of democracy. Exam tip: check quality of electoral process.

Arguments for and against democracy

Practice questions

01 If decisions are slow in democracy but opinions of many groups are considered before deciding, what is the most balanced conclusion?

02 If leaders make false promises only to win elections, which argument against democracy becomes stronger?

03 People can change government in democracy yet every decision is not correct. What conclusion follows?

04 If a government takes very fast decisions but does not consult people, which pro-democracy argument goes against it?

05 Which belief is challenged by the dignity argument in democracy?

06 If government hides information to avoid public criticism, which democratic strength becomes weak?

07 When can competition among many parties in democracy become a problem instead of a benefit?

08 If governments keep changing quickly in a democracy, which criticism gains strength?

09 If people choose a wrong leader in democracy, why can democracy still be considered better?

10 On what basis does the ordinary citizens argument criticise democracy?

11 If someone says decisions in democracy can be short-term due to popularity pressure, what are they pointing out?

12 Open debate in democracy can improve decisions but also delay them. Which evaluation is correct?

13 If different social groups present their demands in democracy, what is the most correct pro-democracy meaning?

14 If money power influences elections in democracy, which criticism gains strength?

15 In which situation will the accountability argument of democracy be most clearly visible?

16 Why can criticism of democracy say that elected leaders may also make bad decisions?

17 If people only get vote in democracy but have no environment to question, which merit becomes weak?

18 The dignity argument in democracy is most closely linked with what?

19 If a system is very stable but people cannot change it, which pro-democracy argument becomes important?

20 In what kind of society is the argument of peaceful resolution of differences especially important in democracy?

21 If government withdraws a wrong policy due to people's demand, which pro-democracy argument becomes strongest?

22 If every decision in democracy needs long discussion and delay occurs in an emergency, which argument against democracy becomes stronger?

23 Which statement gives the most correct analysis of democracy's merits and weaknesses?

24 If opposition and civil groups question government policies, which side of democracy is strengthened?

25 If money power and caste polarisation are used to win elections, which criticism of democracy is shown?

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