If elected leaders avoid open debate while making law and only follow secret instructions, which democratic element is weakened?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Deliberation and accountability
Open debate makes decisions more answerable to people. Exam tip: check transparency of decision process.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Deliberation and accountability
Why is this the correct answer?
Open debate makes decisions more answerable to people. Exam tip: check transparency of decision process.
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.