Theory question 101
Democracy and Representative GovernmentHighlight five features that make democracy the most popular system of government.
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Model answer
Any five: government by consent of the people through free, fair and periodic elections; popular participation; protection of fundamental human rights; rule of law; freedom of speech, press and association; majority rule with respect for minority rights; multi-party system and tolerance of opposition; separation of powers and checks and balances; accountability and transparency; peaceful change of government; supremacy of the constitution; independent judiciary.
Explanation
Five features, each with one sentence on why it makes democracy popular.