Democracy is a system of government that is?

A. constituted by the will of the majority of the citizens
B. imposed on the majority of the citizens
C. designed to favour the elite
D. put in place to favour the party caucus

Correct Answer:

Option A – constituted by the will of the majority of the citizens

Explanation

Democracy is a system of government that is constituted by the will of the majority of the citizens.

It could also be defined as government in accordance with the principles of popular sovereignty, political equality, popular consultation and majority rule. One of the characteristics of democracy is that all government actions must be open to criticisms and must be according to the decisions, wishes and aspirations of majority of the people.