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In the previous module, we have learnt about the meaning of Democracy and its evolution. In this theory, we shall learn about the types of Democracy.
There are two types of democracies:
1. Direct democracy
2. Indirect (representative) democracy
1. Direct democracy
2. Indirect (representative) democracy
Direct Democracy
When people themselves directly express their will on public affairs, this type of government is called direct democracy.
Example:
Ancient Greek city-states, Switzerland
Indirect Democracy / Representative Democracy
When people express their will on public affairs through their elected representatives, this type of government is called indirect or representative democracy.
Example:
The prevailing system of democracy in India, USA and UK
Merits and Demerits of Democracy
Merits
1. Responsible and accountable government
2. Equality and fraternity
3. Sense of responsibility among common people
4. Local self-government
5. Development and prosperity for all
6. Popular sovereignty - A country's independent authority and right of self-control.
7. Sense of cooperation and fraternal feeling
1. Responsible and accountable government
2. Equality and fraternity
3. Sense of responsibility among common people
4. Local self-government
5. Development and prosperity for all
6. Popular sovereignty - A country's independent authority and right of self-control.
7. Sense of cooperation and fraternal feeling
Demerits
1. Indirect or representative nature of democracy
2. Lack of interest in the democratic process and hence lower turnout in elections
3. Instability in governance due to fractured mandate
4. Delay in the decision-making process.
1. Indirect or representative nature of democracy
2. Lack of interest in the democratic process and hence lower turnout in elections
3. Instability in governance due to fractured mandate
4. Delay in the decision-making process.
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