Why is it dangerous to leave rights only to the permission of the majority?

Correct answer: Because the majority may sometimes suppress minority rights

Correct answer: A. Majority rule is important for making collective decisions, but democracy is not simply unlimited rule by the majority. If the majority could withdraw rights whenever it wished, it might silence, exclude, or unfairly treat a smaller or unpopular group. Constitutional rights set a basic standard that protects every citizen, including minorities, from such arbitrary decisions. A is correct because it explains the danger of majority tyranny and the need for rights that do not depend only on current popularity. B is wrong because a majority can sometimes support justice, but it is not guaranteed to do so. C is wrong because minority members are full citizens with equal rights. D is wrong because the Constitution is one important source of protection and limits on power. Memory cue: majority decides many issues; it cannot legitimately erase basic rights.