Question

Consider the following statements about power sharing:
\text{A. Power sharing is the very spirit of democracy.}
\text{B. Power sharing is good because it helps to reduce the possibility of conflict between social groups.}
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. A is true and B is false
• B. Both A and B are true
• C. A is false and B is true
• D. Both A and B are false

Hint:

Power sharing mechanisms in democracies can prevent conflicts and enhance political stability by ensuring that no single group holds too much power.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Power sharing is indeed the very spirit of democracy, as it promotes the participation of different groups in decision-making, ensuring representation for all sections of society. Furthermore, power sharing reduces the possibility of conflict between social groups by allowing diverse groups to have a say in governance. Thus, both statements A and B are true.