What is the deeper significance of freedom of expression in democracy?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: It makes public review of power and competition of ideas possible
Correct answer: C. Freedom of expression allows citizens, journalists, organisations and opposition groups to discuss public issues, criticise policies and offer alternative ideas. This public exchange helps people examine how power is being used and make more informed political choices. It also makes leaders answerable because poor decisions and abuses can be exposed and debated. A is wrong because expression has a civic and political role far beyond entertainment. B is wrong because freedom of expression does not abolish laws; it operates within lawful and reasonable limits. D is wrong because informed discussion can strengthen participation, including voting. A democracy needs disagreement and criticism, not forced silence. Memory cue: “free speech checks power and opens choices.”
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What is the correct answer to this question?
It makes public review of power and competition of ideas possible
Why is this the correct answer?
Correct answer: C. Freedom of expression allows citizens, journalists, organisations and opposition groups to discuss public issues, criticise policies and offer alternative ideas. This public exchange helps people examine how power is being used and make more informed political choices. It also makes leaders answerable because poor decisions and abuses can be exposed and debated. A is wrong because expression has a civic and political role far beyond entertainment. B is wrong because freedom of expression does not abolish laws; it operates within lawful and reasonable limits. D is wrong because informed discussion can strengthen participation, including voting. A democracy needs disagreement and criticism, not forced silence. Memory cue: “free speech checks power and opens choices.”
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 9 Civics question. Chapter: Democratic Rights. Topic: Right to Freedom.
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