If a popular social worker decides the government's education policy without winning an election, what is the democratic objection?
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Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Popularity is not a substitute for electoral legitimacy
Those taking major public decisions need electoral legitimacy from the people. Exam tip: separate popularity from elected authority.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Popularity is not a substitute for electoral legitimacy
Why is this the correct answer?
Those taking major public decisions need electoral legitimacy from the people. Exam tip: separate popularity from elected authority.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 9 Civics question. Chapter: What is Democracy? Why Democracy?. Topic: Major decisions by elected leaders.
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