Q1General Studies
Question
5 marks
[CO1] Write a short note on democracy.
Answer
Democracy is a system of government in which power is vested in the people, exercised either directly or through elected representatives, based on principles of equality, liberty, and rule of law.
- Sovereignty rests with the people
- Regular free and fair elections
- Protection of civil liberties and fundamental rights
- Independent judiciary and rule of law
- Multi-party system and political competition
- Accountability and transparency in government