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The cartoons tell us about the disparities between the rich and poor. Should the gains of economic growth be evenly distributed? How can the poor get a voice for a better share in a nation? What can the poor countries do to receive a greater share of the world’s wealth?
Important Questions on Outcomes of Democracy
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What would be your verdict on democracy if you had to base it purely on the economic performance of democratic regimes in terms of growth and equal distribution?
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Democracy is a rule of the majority. The poor are in the majority. So democracy must be a rule of the poor. How can this not be the case?
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All you are saying is that democracy ensures that people do not break each other's heads. This is not harmony. Should we be happy about it?
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The above cartoon illustrates a point (Dignity and freedom of the citizens). Write a note that connects to this cartoon.
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How does democracy produce an accountable, responsive and legitimate government?
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What are the conditions under which democracies accommodate social diversities?
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Give arguments to support or oppose the following assertion:
Industrialised countries can afford democracy, but the poor need dictatorship to become rich.
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Give arguments to support or oppose the following assertion:
- Democracy can’t reduce inequality of incomes between different citizens.
