Explain the prerequisities of democracy?

The following are the prerequisites of a Democracy:
a. Fundamental rights- They serve the foundation of any democratic rule. Freedom to exercise choice, freedom of speech and expression, freedom to dissent serves as the real test for a democracy.
b. Periodic elections- Elections must take place regularly so as to bring about peaceful transition from one government to another. Presence of an independent body to conduct free and fair elections is imperative.
c.  Presence of Political Parties- It is important to have two or more parties so a to offer real choices to the people.
d. Adequate representation to groups- This forms the basis of democratic rule. A democracy must ensure adequate power sharing among the groups, individuals and must ensure decentralization so that there is more and more participation and representation of the people.
e. Freedom of Press- Media plays an important role in a democracy in making an informed vigilant citizenry and also in keeping an eye on the government.