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Social Science · 2026 · 5 marks
CBSE 2026 · Region 1 · Set 1 · Q27
"The blend of accountability, responsiveness and legitimacy forms the foundation of a democratic government." Examine the statement."Dignity and freedom of the citizens are the essence of democracy." Examine the statement.
"The blend of accountability, responsiveness and legitimacy forms the foundation of a democratic government." Examine the statement.
"Dignity and freedom of the citizens are the essence of democracy." Examine the statement.
Marking-scheme solution
(i) Democracy ensures that citizens have the power to elect their representatives and control the rulers through participation in elections.
(ii) A basic outcome of democracy is that the government is accountable to the citizens.
(iii) Citizens can question decisions and procedures are followed before decisions are made.
(iv) Democratic governments aim to be responsive to the needs and expectations of the people.
(v) Citizens have the right and means to examine how decisions are taken, ensuring that government actions are transparent.
(vi) Democracy develops institutions and processes that allow citizens to participate in decision-making.
(vii) Democracy is considered a legitimate government because it is people’s own government, chosen by them.
(viii) Practices such as free and fair elections, open public debate, and citizens’ right to information strengthen the accountability, responsiveness and legitimacy of the government.
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(B) "Dignity and freedom of the citizens are the essence of democracy." Examine the statement.
(i) Democracy promotes dignity and freedom of the individual.
(ii) The passion for respect and freedom are the basis of democracy.
(iii) Respect to and equal treatment of women are necessary ingredients of a democratic society.
(iv) Democracy in India has strengthened the claims of the disadvantaged and discriminated castes for equal status and equal opportunity.
(v) It makes ordinary citizens value their democratic rights.
(vi) It transforms people from the status of a subject into that of a citizen.
(vii) It provides a method to resolve conflict.
(viii) It promotes equality among citizens.
(ix) Democracy guarantees rights of citizens.
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