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If the majority takes away rights of a small group, what weakens in democracy?

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Correct answer: Respect for minority rights

Democracy is not only the rule of the numerical majority. It also requires protection for minorities and for every citizen’s basic rights. A majority may win elections and make policies, but it cannot fairly use its strength to remove the dignity, freedom, equality, or lawful participation of a smaller group. Constitutional safeguards and independent institutions help prevent majority rule from becoming oppression.

Option B is correct because taking away a small group’s rights shows a failure to respect minority rights. Ballot colour, voting age, and election symbols concern the process or appearance of elections; they do not identify the democratic value harmed in this situation. The majority can govern, but it must do so within legal limits and while respecting the equal citizenship of minorities.

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