Asses the arguement in favour (merita) …

The arguments in favour of democracy are:

 (i) A democratic government is a better government because it is a more accountable form of government.

(ii) Democracy improves the quality of decision-making.

(iii) Democracy provides methods to deal with differences and conflicts.

 (iv) Democracy enhances the dignity of citizens.

(v) Democracy is better than other forms of government as it allows rulers to correct its own mistake.

arguments against democracy:
(i) Leaders keep changing in a democracy which leads to instability.
(ii) Democracy is all about political competition and power play. There is no scope for morality.
(iii) Delays are often made because many people have to be consulted in a democracy.
(iv) Elected leaders do not know the best interest of the people. It leads to bad decisions.
(v) Democracy leads to corruption for it is based on electoral competition.