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Social Science · 2025 · 3 marks
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CBSE 2025 · Region 1 · Set 1 · Q27
"That democratic system of government is considered good in which maximum number of citizens are made stakeholders in political power." Explain the…
"That democratic system of government is considered good in which maximum number of citizens are made stakeholders in political power." Explain the statement with suitable arguments.
Marking-scheme solution
(i) The democratic system of government is considered good because people are the source of all political power.
(ii) In a democracy people rule themselves through institutions of self-government.
(iii) Democracy ensures active participation, representation and decision-making opportunities for the people.
(iv) Democracy encourages public debates and opinions. These public opinions are used in policy making.
(v) In democracy, people can make the government accountable as the system gives enough scope for ensuring transparency.
(vi) It helps to reduce the possibility of conflicts between social groups.
(vii) Democratic governments are elected by the people. It gives legitimacy to the government. Thus, it is a good way to ensure the stability of political order.
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