democracy

Question 1

feature of democracy

Answer 1

final decision-making power must rest with the ppl
free and fair elections
one vote one value
limits to govt and citizens’ rights

Question 2

arguments against

Answer 2

instability- change leaders
no scope for morality- politics
delay- consultation
bad decisions- rep/ppl don't know ppl
corruption- election

Question 3

arguments for

Answer 3

accountable- multiparty, opposition
good decisions- consultations
deal with conflicts- consultation
dignity- equal status
correct mistakes- ruler or rules change

Question 4

why is representative democracy more common?

Answer 4

physically impossible to fit ppl in a room

no time,desire,skills

Question 5

role of citizens

Answer 5

vote consciously
participate in politics
follow constitution
claim and exercise right
dignity to fellow citizens
vigilant to govt in power