Civil Services Prep

Prelims 2017 · Polity and Constitution · Question 67

Democracy's superior virtue lies in the fact that it calls into activity

  1. the intelligence and character of ordinary men and women.
  2. the methods for strengthening executive leadership.
  3. a superior individual with dynamism and vision.
  4. a band of dedicated party workers.

Answer

the intelligence and character of ordinary men and women.

  • (a) the intelligence and character of ordinary men and women — This reflects the classic democratic idea that democracy draws upon the capacities of common citizens. Correct.
  • (b) the methods for strengthening executive leadership — Democracy is not valued mainly for concentrating or strengthening executive power. Incorrect.
  • (c) a superior individual with dynamism and vision — This is closer to authoritarian or charismatic leadership, not the core virtue of democracy. Incorrect.
  • (d) a band of dedicated party workers — Party workers matter in politics, but democracy’s superior virtue is broader public participation, not cadre strength. Incorrect.
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