If an official is technically competent but not elected by people, why should that official not be the final policy decision-maker in democracy?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Because democratic final decision needs public legitimacy and accountability
Competence is useful for advice, but final policy decision needs legitimacy from people. Exam tip: separate expertise from legitimacy.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Because democratic final decision needs public legitimacy and accountability
Why is this the correct answer?
Competence is useful for advice, but final policy decision needs legitimacy from people. Exam tip: separate expertise from legitimacy.
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.