“Democracy stands much superior in promoting dignity and freedom of the citizens.” Justify the statement.
Answer:
“Democracy stands much superior in promoting dignity and freedom of the citizens”:
- Every individual wants to receive respect from fellow beings.
- The passion for respect and freedom are basis of democracy.
- Democracies throughout the world have recognized this. It has been achieved in various degrees in various democracies.
- Long struggles by women have got them respect and equal treatment.
- In many democracies women were deprived of their right to vote for a long time which they have achieved now.
- In India, l/3rd of seats have been reserved for women in local bodies.
- Democracy has strengthened the claims of the disadvantaged and discriminated castes for equal status and equal opportunity.