How does people’s ability to change the government through elections strengthen democracy?

Correct answer: It keeps power subject to the people’s will

Correct answer: A — the possibility of changing the government keeps political power subject to the people’s will. In a democracy, leaders do not receive permanent authority merely because they have won once. They must explain their work, respond to public concerns, and seek support again through elections. If voters are dissatisfied, they can choose another party or candidate according to the rules. This creates accountability and limits the danger of rulers treating power as personal property. Option A is correct because it shows public control over government. Option B is wrong because elections oppose automatic hereditary succession by allowing voters to choose. Option C is wrong because the ability to change government makes the voter’s role more important, not less. Option D is wrong because a predetermined result would remove genuine competition and choice. A change is not guaranteed in every election; the democratic strength lies in the real possibility of change. Memory cue: the power to remove leaders makes leaders answerable.