Class 9 Social Science — Chapter 107: What is Democracy? Why Democracy? (Old Syllabus)
8 practice questions · 3 Easy · 3 Medium · 2 Hard
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Key concepts: What is Democracy? Why Democracy? (Old Syllabus) (Class 9 Social Science)
This chapter explains the meaning and features of democracy, why democracy is considered a better form of government, and its arguments for and against.
- Definition of democracy
- A form of government in which the rulers are elected by the people through free and fair elections.
- Features of democracy
- Elected rulers, free and fair elections, one person–one vote–one value, rule of law and respect for rights.
- Why democracy is better
- It is accountable and responsive, improves decision-making, handles conflict peacefully and lets citizens correct mistakes.
- Arguments against
- Critics say it can be unstable, slow, and dominated by money and the powerful — but these are challenges, not reasons to reject it.
- Broader meanings
- Democracy is also about equal treatment, dignity and participation, not just elections.
💡 Exam tips for What is Democracy? Why Democracy? (Old Syllabus)
- 'Rulers elected by the people' is the minimum definition of democracy — every feature builds on it.
- Be ready to give balanced arguments both for and against democracy.
Sample questions
"Government of the people, by the people, for the people" was said by:
Abraham Lincoln in his Gettysburg Address (1863).
Rule of law means:
No one is above the law — even the head of government.
A direct democracy is one in which:
Direct democracy: citizens vote directly on policies. Representative democracy: through elected reps.
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