What do you mean by election why is it needed in a democracy?

Election is the process of casting a vote to the desired candidate and choose him as the leader of the nation or state.

1. The election is the basis of democracy, so conducting free and fair electoral competition is important.

2. Through Election, the common people attain the responsibility of choosing their leader and participate in forming the ruling government.

3. Without competition, the election would become meaningless. If there are no competitors, then there would be assurance of winning the election by the single party. The competition in election holds the contestants accountable.