Why do we feel that democracy is a better form of government than any other form? Explain.

Democracy is a better form of government:

1. Promotes equality: One of democracy’s underlying principles is equality among citizens. It tries to stop discrimination on the basis of caste, religion, region or sex.

2. Enhances dignity of the individual: Democracy does not allow the dignity or the basic rights of a person to be violated.

3. Improves the quality of decision-making: Since decision-making power is not concentrated in one hand, democracy ensures an unbiased system of checks and balances.

4. Method to resolve problems: It gives importance to deliberation, negotiation and people’s rights. So it prevents conflicts from becoming violent.

5. Allows room to correct mistakes: Democracy usually has an elaborate system of checks so one institution cannot accumulate power. Therefore it can correct mistakes in itself.

Explanation: Democracy largely derives its power from the citizen itself. Unlike other forms of government, it prioritizes the welfare of citizens through the citizens themselves.