In which situation will use of rights strengthen democratic culture?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: When citizens offer reasoned and peaceful criticism
Correct answer: D. Democratic culture grows when citizens can disagree without treating opponents as enemies. Reasoned criticism examines a policy or decision, gives arguments or evidence, and leaves space for discussion and correction. Peaceful expression also respects the rights and safety of other people. A is wrong because violence destroys dialogue and threatens others. B is wrong because silencing a community denies equal participation. C is wrong because rumors and hatred damage trust and can encourage discrimination. D is correct because peaceful criticism combines freedom of expression with responsibility and tolerance. Rights protect disagreement, but they do not justify violence or harm. Memory cue: healthy democracy means strong disagreement with peaceful conduct.
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When citizens offer reasoned and peaceful criticism
Why is this the correct answer?
Correct answer: D. Democratic culture grows when citizens can disagree without treating opponents as enemies. Reasoned criticism examines a policy or decision, gives arguments or evidence, and leaves space for discussion and correction. Peaceful expression also respects the rights and safety of other people. A is wrong because violence destroys dialogue and threatens others. B is wrong because silencing a community denies equal participation. C is wrong because rumors and hatred damage trust and can encourage discrimination. D is correct because peaceful criticism combines freedom of expression with responsibility and tolerance. Rights protect disagreement, but they do not justify violence or harm. Memory cue: healthy democracy means strong disagreement with peaceful conduct.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 9 Civics question. Chapter: Democratic Rights. Topic: The significance of rights in a democracy.
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