How is democracy accountable and responsive to the needs and expectations of the citizens? Analyse. (CBSE 2015)

Democracy is accountable and responsive to citizens:

1. Decision-making process has to follow certain procedures which the citizen has the right to know. Hence, there is a transparency in its functioning.

2. A democratic government may take more time in arriving at a decision but because of the procedures it follows, it is more acceptable and effective for the people.

3. Democracies have ensured free and regular elections and a platform for open public debate.

Explanation: Democracies have not been successful in fulfilling every need and wish of the people but it’s much better than non-democratic regimes in being accountable and effective.