Question 7
Democracy and Representative GovernmentAn essential feature of democracy is
- A.election by all adults
- B.government by few wealthy men
- C.participation by everyone in the economic sector
- D.majority rule
- E.easy decision making.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (majority rule)
Explanation
Democracy is based on majority rule: the view backed by most citizens or their representatives prevails, while minority rights are protected.