(a) 'Dignity and freedom of peoples are the basis of democracy.' Explain the statement.

(i) The passion for dignity and freedom are the basis of democracy.

(ii) Democracies throughout the world have recognised the principle of respect and freedom and it has been achieved in various degrees in various democracies.

(iii)Discrimination on the basis of gender, religion etc. is not acceptable legally.

(iv) The principle of equality is recognised by government.

(v) Equal rights and equality before law enhances dignity of citizens.

(vi) Freedom of speech and expression and various other rights provided by constitution under democratic regimes transform people from the status of subject into citizen.

(vii) Democratic governments try to provide basic facilities and employment opportunities to the citizens

(b) ‘Democracy is related with deep values.’ Explain the statement. Democracy appeals to some of our deep values.

(i) Debate about deep values of democracy cannot be resolved in a simple manner.

(ii) Some debates about democracy can and should be resolved by referring to some facts and figures. The debate about economic outcomes of democracy is one of them.

(iii) Leaders are elected by people, so people participate in policy making through their representatives.

(iv) Public debates on major policies

(v) Regular free and fair elections. (sharing of power with those affected by its exercise)

(vi) Attends the needs and demands of people.

(vii) Recognising and respecting various social divisions and producing a harmonious social life.

(viii) By providing various rights promotes dignity and freedom of individual.