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When was the last Assembly election held in your state?
When was the last Assembly election held in your state?
Varies by state
Which other elections have taken place locally in the last five years?
Which other elections have taken place locally in the last five years?
Varies by locality
What are the levels of elections mentioned?
What are the levels of elections mentioned?
National, Assembly, Panchayat
Why are elections essential for a democracy?
Why are elections essential for a democracy?
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Elections are only held in democratic countries.
Elections are only held in democratic countries.
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What are the minimum conditions for a democratic election?
What are the minimum conditions for a democratic election?
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How do elections help uphold democracy?
How do elections help uphold democracy?
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Study Notes
Why do we need elections?
- Elections are crucial for democratic systems, allowing citizens to choose their representatives.
- Over 100 countries utilize elections for representative selection.
- Elections facilitate governance in large communities where direct citizen decision-making is impractical.
What makes an election democratic?
- Democratic elections provide the opportunity for everyone to vote, with each person having an equal vote.
- All votes hold equal value, ensuring fairness and equal representation.
Why do we need elections in a democracy?
- Elections guarantee that elected officials represent the people's wishes and concerns.
- They provide a system for replacing or changing representatives, ensuring accountability.
- Elections empower citizens to hold representatives responsible for their actions and choices.
- They allow for the selection of the government and its policies, enabling citizens to shape laws and guiding principles.
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Explore the fundamental reasons why elections are essential in democratic systems. This quiz covers the characteristics of democratic elections and their significance in ensuring representation and accountability. Understand how elections empower citizens in shaping their government and policies.
