Civics

Definition of democracy

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In this Class 9 Civics topic from “What is Democracy? Why Democracy?”, students learn the meaning and essential features of democracy. The topic explains how people participate in governing through elected representatives, why elections must be free and fair, and how the principles of one person, one vote, one value, accountability, and the rule of law support democratic government. It also helps students distinguish democracy from other forms of government and understand its importance in protecting citizens’ rights and dignity.

Practice questions

01 Which element is considered most decisive in the minimal definition of democracy?

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Definition of democracy

Practice questions

01 Which element is considered most decisive in the minimal definition of democracy?

02 If elections are held but only the ruler's preferred candidates can contest what is missing from the definition of democracy?

03 In which situation will the democratic definition remain incomplete despite an elected government?

04 Which misconception is removed by the principle one person one vote one value in democracy?

05 If voters cannot vote freely due to fear why will the elections not be called democratic?

06 Which political idea is most expressed by the word people in the definition of democracy?

07 If elections are not held regularly which basic feature of democracy is affected first?

08 What kind of power is rejected by the election of rulers in the definition of democracy?

09 If the army can stop government decisions even after elections which condition of democracy is questioned?

10 Which statement gives the most precise but brief form of the definition of democracy?

11 What is the main difference between democratic elections and show elections?

12 If in a country one person can cast many votes and another gets only one vote which concept of democracy is violated?

13 In democracy the legitimacy of government is strengthened not merely by victory but by what?

14 In which situation can even a government chosen by people move away from democratic ideals?

15 Why should even a majority government remain under law in democracy?

16 What is the deeper meaning of the word representative in the definition of democracy?

17 If the opposition is denied access to media what will be the effect on democratic elections?

18 Which statement correctly shows the relation between the definition of democracy and democratic practice?

19 What is the definitional significance of citizens not being treated merely as subjects in democracy?

20 Even if rulers are elected by people which condition is needed for elections to be complete in democracy?

21 If vote counting is not transparent which condition of democracy becomes doubtful?

22 What democratic control arises from the ability to change government in democracy?

23 In which example is real power of people not visible despite elections?

24 What is the main institutional tool to measure people's consent in the definition of democracy?

25 Why is election considered not merely a procedure but a right in democracy?

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