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What is one reason why elections are necessary in large countries?

  • People can directly govern themselves in large countries
  • It is not feasible for people to hold meetings and make decisions for the government (correct)
  • All decisions can be made by educated individuals
  • Representatives can be selected based on age and experience
  • Why are elections needed in a democracy?

  • To appoint leaders based on age and experience
  • To directly govern the country
  • To elect representatives who make laws for the country (correct)
  • To ensure that all decisions are made by educated individuals
  • What is a characteristic of free and fair elections?

  • Only members of a specific party can contest the elections
  • Votes should have different values based on education
  • Every citizen above a certain age should have the right to vote (correct)
  • Elections should be held without any specific rules
  • Why are representatives elected through elections in a democracy?

    <p>To ensure representatives rule according to the wishes of the people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do voters decide during elections in a democracy?

    <p>The people and the party which form the Government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are elections needed in a democracy?

    <p>To enable people to elect their own representatives who make laws for the country</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of holding elections in democratic countries?

    <p>To enable people to elect their own representatives who make laws for the country</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of voters during elections in a democracy?

    <p>To choose the people who could make laws for them</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of free and fair elections?

    <p>Every citizen above a certain age should have the right to vote, and every vote should have one value</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it not possible for people in large countries to hold meetings and take decisions regarding the working of the Government?

    <p>Due to the impracticality of gathering all citizens in one place</p> Signup and view all the answers

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