Why should people have the opportunity to change government in democratic elections?

Correct answer: So power remains accountable to people

Correct answer: A — so power remains accountable to the people. In a democracy, citizens give authority to representatives through elections. That authority is not a permanent personal possession. If a government performs poorly, ignores public needs, or misuses power, citizens must have a peaceful constitutional way to replace it at the next election. The possibility of losing office encourages rulers to listen to people, explain their decisions, and work for public welfare. Option A is correct because the chance of change creates accountability: leaders know that voters can judge them and remove them. Option B is wrong because hereditary, permanent rule denies the people’s choice and is not democratic. Option C is wrong because hiding the voter list would reduce transparency and participation; it has nothing to do with public control. Option D is wrong because counting results is essential for knowing the people’s decision. Memory cue: democratic power is borrowed from voters, so voters must be able to take it back.