Why Democracy?
1. Why do many countries prefer democracy over other forms of government?
A) Because it ensures economic growth
B) Because rulers are accountable to the people
C) Because only rich people can rule
D) Because it guarantees no corruption
2. Which of the following is a fundamental reason for preferring democracy?
A) It allows rulers to make decisions without opposition
B) It gives people the right to elect their government
C) It always results in military rule
D) It removes the need for elections
3. What is the most important feature of democracy?
A) Leaders are chosen through free and fair elections
B) Only selected groups can vote
C) Rulers remain in power for life
D) Citizens have no role in decision-making
4. In a democracy, the government is accountable to:
A) The military
B) The judiciary
C) The people
D) The wealthiest individuals
5. Which of the following best explains why democracy is considered the best form of government?
A) It ensures equal political rights for all citizens
B) It makes economic growth faster
C) It guarantees no corruption
D) It removes the need for elections
Debating Merits of Democracy
1. Which of the following is an advantage of democracy?
A) Democracy allows people to elect their leaders
B) Democracy ensures that leaders never change
C) Democracy does not consider public opinion
D) Democracy is ruled by one powerful leader
2. Why is democracy often debated as a merit-based system?
A) It always leads to economic success
B) It promotes discussion, debate, and inclusivity
C) It allows dictators to make decisions quickly
D) It eliminates social conflicts
3. Which of the following is NOT a merit of democracy?
A) It provides a method to deal with conflicts
B) It improves decision-making through discussion
C) It ensures leaders make decisions alone
D) It enhances the dignity of citizens
4. One of the biggest criticisms of democracy is:
A) It leads to delays in decision-making
B) It allows only rich people to vote
C) It does not allow freedom of speech
D) It always leads to dictatorship
5. What is a key feature of democracy that helps in better governance?
A) Decisions are made after consultation and discussion
B) The government rules permanently
C) Only one party participates in elections
D) Leaders make decisions without public input
Arguments for and Against Democracy
Arguments for Democracy
1. What is the strongest argument in favor of democracy?
A) It allows people to choose and replace their leaders
B) It always leads to economic growth
C) It removes corruption entirely
D) It ensures that only one party governs
2. How does democracy help in handling social differences?
A) It allows only powerful groups to make decisions
B) It provides a method for peaceful resolution of conflicts
C) It eliminates differences altogether
D) It supports military rule
3. Which of the following explains why democracy improves decision-making?
A) Decisions are taken after consultation and discussion
B) Only a few leaders are responsible for making laws
C) The ruling party does not change
D) Elections happen only once in 50 years
4. Why is democracy considered a better form of government than dictatorship?
A) It is more accountable to the people
B) It removes elections permanently
C) It supports only one leader ruling for life
D) It ensures economic prosperity for all
5. How does democracy enhance the dignity of citizens?
A) By allowing equal participation in politics
B) By making only educated people vote
C) By ensuring power remains with the rich
D) By giving leaders full control over the country
Arguments Against Democracy
1. What is a common criticism of democracy?
A) Leaders change frequently, leading to instability
B) It promotes dictatorship
C) It eliminates elections
D) It prevents citizens from participating in governance
2. Why do some people argue that democracy causes delays in decision-making?
A) Because decisions require consultation with many people
B) Because one person takes all decisions
C) Because elections never happen
D) Because democracy ignores public opinions
3. Which of the following is often seen as a disadvantage of democracy?
A) It allows leaders to remain in power permanently
B) It encourages political competition, sometimes leading to corruption
C) It ensures leaders never change
D) It removes public involvement in governance
4. How do critics argue that democracy may lead to bad decisions?
A) Elected leaders may not always act in the best interests of the people
B) Dictatorship provides better economic policies
C) Only educated people should participate in elections
D) Political competition is unnecessary
5. One of the biggest challenges of democracy is:
A) It requires constant citizen participation
B) It allows only one political party to rule
C) It eliminates elections completely
D) It gives unlimited power to a single leader
Answers and Explanations
Why Democracy?
1. Correct Answer: B) Because rulers are accountable to the people
2. Correct Answer: B) It gives people the right to elect their government
3. Correct Answer: A) Leaders are chosen through free and fair elections
4. Correct Answer: C) The people
5. Correct Answer: A) It ensures equal political rights for all citizens
Debating Merits of Democracy
1. Correct Answer: A) Democracy allows people to elect their leaders
2. Correct Answer: B) It promotes discussion, debate, and inclusivity
3. Correct Answer: C) It ensures leaders make decisions alone
4. Correct Answer: A) It leads to delays in decision-making
5. Correct Answer: A) Decisions are made after consultation and discussion
Arguments for Democracy
1. Correct Answer: A) It allows people to choose and replace their leaders
2. Correct Answer: B) It provides a method for peaceful resolution of conflicts
3. Correct Answer: A) Decisions are taken after consultation and discussion
4. Correct Answer: A) It is more accountable to the people
5. Correct Answer: A) By allowing equal participation in politics
Arguments Against Democracy
1. Correct Answer: A) Leaders change frequently, leading to instability
2. Correct Answer: A) Because decisions require consultation with many people
3. Correct Answer: B) It encourages political competition, sometimes leading to corruption
4. Correct Answer: A) Elected leaders may not always act in the best interests of the people
5. Correct Answer: A) It requires constant citizen participation
