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What can be the long-term effect on democracy if polling and counting are not fair?

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: Public trust in electoral institutions may decline

Direct answer: A is correct. Democracy depends not only on holding elections but also on people believing that voting and counting are conducted honestly. First, voters cast their votes to express their choice. Then officials count valid votes according to known rules. If polling is manipulated or counting is unfair, the announced result may not represent the people’s real choice. Over time, citizens may stop trusting election officials, institutions and even elected governments. This weakens the legitimacy of democracy and may reduce participation. A is correct because unfair procedures can reduce public trust. B is wrong: an electoral roll does not automatically grow because an election is unfair. C is wrong: unfairness does not make every candidate win unopposed. D is wrong: unfair elections threaten, rather than strengthen, secrecy and freedom. Memory cue: fair process builds trust; unfair process damages legitimacy.

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Democratic LegitimacyElection TrustFairnessPolling And Counting Of VotesElectoral PoliticsCivicsClass 9 Mcq

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