Question

Which of the following is not related to democracy?

• A. Independent and impartial election
• B. Responsible government
• C. Equality before law
• D. Rule of majority

Hint:

Democracy primarily involves free elections, equality before law, and majority rule. Responsible government is a principle tied to parliamentary accountability, not democracy in all forms.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Democracy is a form of government where power is vested in the people, either directly or through elected representatives. Its key features include:
- Independent and impartial elections:
Elections should be free, fair, and conducted without bias, allowing citizens to choose their representatives. - Equality before law:
All citizens, regardless of status, are subject to the same laws. - Rule of majority:
Decisions in a democracy are usually made based on the majority’s will while protecting minority rights. What about Responsible Government? - Responsible government is a concept associated with parliamentary systems, especially in countries like the UK, where the executive (government) is accountable to the legislature and must maintain its confidence. While it overlaps with democratic principles, it is a specific constitutional principle rather than a fundamental feature of democracy itself. In some contexts, responsible government is closely linked to democracy, but it is not an essential feature of all democratic systems (for example, presidential democracies like the USA do not have responsible government in the parliamentary sense).