Multiple choice

Consider the following statements. The republic view of democracy argues

  1. full and active participation of citizens
  2. accommodation and compromise between competing interests
  3. people are the bearers of democracy that cannot be delegated
  4. people cannot have others to represent them Which of the statements given above are correct?

  1. 1, 2 and 3 only

  2. 1, 3 and 4 only

  3. 2 and 4 only

  4. 1, 2, 3 and 4
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The republican (or civic republican) tradition, often associated with thinkers like Rousseau, emphasizes that citizens must be actively involved in self-governance. It posits that sovereignty resides in the people and cannot be truly represented or transferred to others, making direct participation essential.

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