What is Democracy? Why Democracy?
This chapter of the NCERT Class 9 Democratic Politics I textbook, Chapter 1, defines democracy as rule by elected representatives chosen through free and fair elections with universal adult franchise. It explains essential features such as one vote with equal value, fundamental rights, the rule of law and independent elections. Using examples from Pakistan, Myanmar, Zimbabwe and India, it argues that democracy is accountable and legitimate, improves the quality of decisions, resolves conflicts peacefully and enhances the dignity of citizens.
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