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Types of Democracy and Democratic Tools
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What is the right to freedom from arbitrary arrest an example of?

  • Fundamental Right (correct)
  • Legal Right
  • Moral Duty
  • Political Right

    • Rights and duties are two separate entities.

    False

    What is a duty?

    A duty is an obligation. It is something we owe to others as social beings.

    The tendency in a democratic State is to incorporate certain basic rights in its _________________.

    <p>Constitution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the right to criticize the government an example of?

    <p>Political Right</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following types of duties with their descriptions:

    <p>Moral Duties = Based on moral values of the people Legal Duties = Enforced by law of the State</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Legal duties are not punishable by law.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between rights and duties?

    <p>Rights and duties are two sides of the same coin. I can enjoy my rights only if I respect the rights of others.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is liberty according to the basic principles of democracy?

    <p>Freedom to do anything without hindering the freedom of others</p> Signup and view all the answers

    All human beings are not equal and should not be entitled to the same treatment.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are rights according to Ma Cun?

    <p>Conditions of social wellbeing indispensable to the true development of citizens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Natural rights are based upon the universal law, the law of _______________

    <p>nature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following types of rights with their descriptions

    <p>Natural Rights = Based upon the universal law, the law of nature Moral Rights = Rights based on the ethical feelings of man Legal Rights = The rights which relate to the protection and enjoyment of life and property</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the multi-party system in a democracy?

    <p>To allow citizens to participate in the political process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Human rights are synonymous with civil rights

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does rule of law ensure in a democracy?

    <p>Control over abuse of power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of the Greek word 'Demo' in the context of democracy?

    <p>People</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Democracy is a form of government in which the people are ruled by a monarch.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who defined democracy as 'Government of the people, by the people, and for the people'?

    <p>Kapur A.C. (2006)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a _______________ democracy, the people rule themselves directly.

    <p>direct</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a referendum in a democracy?

    <p>To vote on a particular proposal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a representative democracy, people make decisions directly.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following types of democracy with their characteristics:

    <p>Direct Democracy = People make decisions directly Representative Democracy = People elect representatives to make decisions Monarchy = A monarch rules the people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a recall in a democracy?

    <p>To bring back or recall a representative chosen by the people if they are dissatisfied with him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Democracy

    • Derived from two Greek words: 'demo' (people) and 'krato' (power)
    • A form of government where people rule themselves directly or indirectly through their representatives
    • Definition: "Government, of the people, by the people, and for the people"

    Types of Democracy

    • Direct/Pure Democracy: people make decisions directly
    • Indirect/Representative Democracy: people elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf

    Democratic Tools

    • Direct Democracy:
      • Referendum: direct and universal vote on a specific proposal
      • Initiative: specific number of voters draft a bill and send it to the government for adoption
      • Recall: voters can bring back or recall a representative if dissatisfied
    • Indirect Democracy:
      • Election

    Basic Principles of Democracy

    • Liberty (freedom)
    • Equality (equal opportunity)
    • Human rights
    • Multi-party system
    • Free and fair elections
    • Political tolerance
    • Citizen participation
    • Independence of judiciary
    • Rule of law
    • Control over abuse of power
    • Accountability and transparency

    Liberty

    • Freedom to do anything without hindering the freedom of others
    • Conditioned by law

    Equality

    • All human beings are equal and should be entitled to same treatment
    • Refers to abolition of social privileges and legal discrimination against individuals or groups

    Rights

    • Certain advantageous conditions of social wellbeing indispensable to the true development of citizens
    • Classification:
      • Natural Rights
      • Moral Rights
      • Legal Rights
      • Fundamental Rights

    Natural Rights

    • Based on universal law and common to all people in all countries

    Moral Rights

    • Based on ethical feelings of man
    • Sanctioned by moral opinion of the community
    • Civil Rights:
      • Right to life
      • Freedom from arbitrary arrest
      • Freedom to acquire and hold property
      • Right to liberty and free movement
      • Freedom to speak and write for publication
      • Freedom to meet publicly
      • Freedom to form associations for peaceful ends
      • Freedom to make contracts
      • Right to religion
      • Right to education
      • Right to work
    • Political Rights:
      • Right to vote and elect
      • Right to be elected
      • Right to hold public offices
      • Right to petition
      • Right to criticize the government

    Duties

    • An obligation to others as social beings
    • Rights and duties are two sides of the same coin
    • Classification:
      • Moral Duties
      • Legal Duties

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    This quiz covers the basics of democracy, including its definition and types, as well as democratic tools used in governance. Topics include direct and indirect democracy, referendum, and more.

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