01 What is expected from a leader in the broader meaning of democracy?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Listening to others and responding
Explanation: The direct answer is A: listening to others and responding. A democratic leader is not merely a person who gives orders; the leader has power and therefore must use it responsibly. Step by step: people may ask questions or express needs; listening helps the leader understand them; responding explains the decision or action; this makes the leader accountable. Hence A is correct. B, frightening everyone, uses coercion instead of trust. C, following only one’s own wish, ignores the people affected by decisions. D, avoiding questions prevents transparency and accountability. A leader need not agree with every demand, but should hear concerns, give reasons and answer responsibly. Memory cue: democratic leadership is responsive and accountable, not fearful or arbitrary.