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What is Democracy? Why Democracy?
Social Science (2025-26) · CBSE Class 9 · English Medium · 18 questions and answers
Sample questions
- Q: What is the literal meaning of the word 'democracy'?
- A: It comes from the Greek words 'demos' (people) and 'kratia' (rule), so it means 'rule by the people'.
- Q: Give a simple definition of democracy.
- A: Democracy is a form of government in which the rulers are elected by the people. The people choose their leaders through regular voting.
- Q: What is universal adult franchise?
- A: It is the right of every adult citizen to vote in elections, regardless of caste, religion, gender, education or wealth. Each voter has one vote of equal value.
- Q: Why must elections in a democracy offer a real choice?
- A: Voters should be able to choose between different candidates and parties. Without a genuine choice the election cannot be called democratic.
- Q: What is a 'free and fair' election?
- A: It is an election where every voter can vote freely without fear and each vote counts equally. The party or leader with more votes has a fair chance to win.
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