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What was the primary concern of human rights organizations and democracy activists regarding the referendum in Pakistan?
What was the primary concern of human rights organizations and democracy activists regarding the referendum in Pakistan?
What was the significance of the 'Legal Framework Order' issued by General Musharraf in 2002?
What was the significance of the 'Legal Framework Order' issued by General Musharraf in 2002?
What is a common feature of dictatorships and monarchies, as mentioned in the text?
What is a common feature of dictatorships and monarchies, as mentioned in the text?
What is a key characteristic of a democratic system, according to the text?
What is a key characteristic of a democratic system, according to the text?
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What is the primary requirement for candidates contesting elections in China, according to the text?
What is the primary requirement for candidates contesting elections in China, according to the text?
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Which of the following is a characteristic of a democratic government?
Which of the following is a characteristic of a democratic government?
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What is a necessary condition for an election to be considered democratic?
What is a necessary condition for an election to be considered democratic?
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Who are the people who can elect the rulers or get elected as rulers in a democracy?
Who are the people who can elect the rulers or get elected as rulers in a democracy?
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What is a feature of democracy, as mentioned in the text?
What is a feature of democracy, as mentioned in the text?
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What is the implication of a democratic government, as mentioned in the text?
What is the implication of a democratic government, as mentioned in the text?
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What can be inferred about the elections held in Pakistan under General Musharraf's rule?
What can be inferred about the elections held in Pakistan under General Musharraf's rule?
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What is a common aspect of the political systems in China and Pakistan, as described in the text?
What is a common aspect of the political systems in China and Pakistan, as described in the text?
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What is implied about the National People's Congress in China?
What is implied about the National People's Congress in China?
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What is a key difference between the political systems in Mexico and Pakistan, as described in the text?
What is a key difference between the political systems in Mexico and Pakistan, as described in the text?
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What is a necessary condition for a candidate to contest elections in China, according to the text?
What is a necessary condition for a candidate to contest elections in China, according to the text?
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Study Notes
Features of Democracy
- A simple definition of democracy is a form of government where the rulers are elected by the people.
- This raises several questions about the nature of democracy, including who the rulers are, which officials must be elected, and what constitutes a democratic election.
Limitations of Elected Rulers
- In a democracy, the final decision-making power must rest with those who are elected by the people.
- This is not the case in Pakistan under General Pervez Musharraf, where the power to take final decisions rested with army officials and the General, rather than the elected representatives.
- Similarly, in some dictatorships and monarchies, the real power lies with those who are not elected, rather than the elected parliament and government.
Free and Fair Electoral Competition
- In a democracy, there must be free and fair electoral competition.
- This is not the case in China, where elections are held, but only those approved by the Chinese Communist Party are allowed to contest, and the government is always formed by the Communist Party.
- In contrast, Mexico has held elections regularly since its independence in 1930, and has never been under a military or dictator's rule.
Features of Democracy
- A simple definition of democracy is a form of government where the rulers are elected by the people.
- This raises several questions about the nature of democracy, including who the rulers are, which officials must be elected, and what constitutes a democratic election.
Limitations of Elected Rulers
- In a democracy, the final decision-making power must rest with those who are elected by the people.
- This is not the case in Pakistan under General Pervez Musharraf, where the power to take final decisions rested with army officials and the General, rather than the elected representatives.
- Similarly, in some dictatorships and monarchies, the real power lies with those who are not elected, rather than the elected parliament and government.
Free and Fair Electoral Competition
- In a democracy, there must be free and fair electoral competition.
- This is not the case in China, where elections are held, but only those approved by the Chinese Communist Party are allowed to contest, and the government is always formed by the Communist Party.
- In contrast, Mexico has held elections regularly since its independence in 1930, and has never been under a military or dictator's rule.
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Description
This quiz covers the basics of democracy, including the role of elected rulers and the limitations of democracy in practice. It also touches on the importance of democratic elections.
