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Why does buying votes conflict with democratic principles?

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: Because it influences voters’ free and honest choice

Direct answer: A is correct. Democratic voting should express a citizen’s free judgement about candidates or parties. Vote buying offers money, goods, or another benefit in return for support, so the decision is influenced by an improper inducement rather than being made freely and honestly. It can also create inequality because candidates with more resources may try to purchase more support, while poorer candidates and voters are placed at a disadvantage. Option A correctly identifies the injury to free choice. Option B is wrong because bribery does not correct or update an electoral roll. Option C is wrong because vote buying usually advantages those who can pay and does not give equal support to all parties. Option D is wrong because counting may be accurate while the choice itself has been improperly influenced. A fair election requires both correct procedures and genuine freedom of choice. Memory cue: a vote is a public responsibility, not a commodity for sale; bribery, intimidation, and improper inducements all threaten free and fair elections.

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