Question

What is the most basic outcome of democracy?
(A) Significant decision making
(B) Power repressive governance
(C) Accountability of citizen
(D) None of these

Answer 1

Hint:
 Where possible and where necessary, citizens should be able to participate in decision-making, which affects them all. Development Outcomes works with civil society organizations and transformation agencies to help them identify and address gaps in public service delivery through increased citizen engagement and government partnerships.


Complete solution:
The fundamental result of democracy is that it produces a government that is responsive to citizens, and that responds to the needs and expectations of citizens. A democratic government can work better than a non-democratic government. This is because a non-democratic government does not need to agree with different people. Democracy works based on negotiation and so decisions are often delayed. But this does not mean that the democratic government is not working well. A democratic government can make quick decisions. But one has to consider whether such decisions are acceptable to the people or not. A democratic government is much clearer than a non-democratic government. Citizens have a right to know the procedures followed during a decision on a democratic government. Therefore, a democratic government is more accountable and responsive to its citizens. A democratic government is a legitimate government because it is elected by the people. This is the reason why democratic governments are thriving in many lands.

Hence, the correct answer is option C.

Note:
Democracy guarantees that decision-making will be based on norms and standards and a citizen who wants to know whether a decision has been made through appropriate processes can achieve this.