Chapter 7 - Outcomes of Democracy

In this chapter, you will learn how to measure democratic outcomes. You will learn about the expected and actual outcomes of democracy in various aspects such as the quality of government, economic well-being, inequality, social differences and conflict, and ultimately same freedom and dignity. Here in "Vidyakul CBSE Notes in Political Science Grade 10 Chapter 7 - The Outcomes of Democracy" we have covered all aspects of democracy in a concise and concise format. Go through these CBSE notes for an overview of the chapter.

How do we evaluate the outcome of democracy?

A democracy is a better form of government than a dictatorship in the following ways.

• It raises the dignity of people.
• Improves the quality of decision-making.
• Provides conflict resolution.
• The error fix is ​​open. 

Democracy creates accountable, responsive, and lawful government. The people have the right to choose their rulers and can control them. Citizens can participate in decision-making. Democracy thus creates a government that is accountable to its citizens and responsive to their needs and expectations.

Democracy ensures that decisions are made according to norms and procedures. So, citizens who want to know if a decision has been made through the correct process can look for this information. Citizens can participate in decision-making at any time.A democratic government is the government of the people. People want their elected representatives to rule.

Economic Growth and Development

Economic development depends on many factors, including a country's population, world conditions, cooperation with other countries, and economic priorities adopted by a country. There is a significant difference in economic growth rates between dictatorships and democracies. Democracy is therefore desirable because it has several positive outcomes.

Economic Consequences of Democracy

The following paragraphs show the relationship between democracy and economic growth and economic inequality. However, if you compare their performance only in poor countries, there is little difference.

• Democracies can have very high levels of inequality.
• The poorer sections of society often experience inequality of opportunity.

Reducing Inequality and Poverty

Everyone gets an equal share in elections for delegates. In bringing people into the political arena on equal terms, we find that economic inequality is growing.

A handful of ultra-rich people enjoy extremely disproportionate wealth and income. Its share in national gross income is increasing. The lower classes of society have little to rely on. Their income is declining. In real life, democracy does not appear to be very successful in reducing economic inequality.

Adapting to Social Diversity

No society can completely and permanently resolve conflicts between different groups. However, we can learn to respect these differences and develop mechanisms to reconcile them. Democracy is best suited to achieve this outcome. The ability to deal with social differences, divisions, and conflicts is an advantage of a democratic system. However, democracy must meet two conditions to achieve this result.

The majority must always work with the minority to represent a consensus in government. The majority rule means that different individuals and groups can and do form a majority in any decision or in any election.

Civil Dignity and Freedom

Democracy are far superior to any other form of government in promoting the dignity and freedom of the individual. Respect and the desire for freedom are the foundations of democracy. Take, for example, the dignity of women. Women's long struggle has made respect for women and equal treatment essential to a democratic society. The same goes for caste inequality. India's democracy has reinforced the claim of disadvantaged and discriminatory castes to equal status and equal opportunity.

Most people today believe that their voice influences the way government works and their interests. The Democrats' exam never ends. When one test passes, it generates another test. When people benefit from democracy to some extent, they want to demand more and make democracy better. The very fact that people complain is a testament to the success of democracy.

Frequently Asked Questions on CBSE Class 10 

How to assess the outcomes of democracy?

Democracy helps in promoting equality among citizens, improves the dignity of an individual, enhances decision-making, and gives a solution to solve conflicts.

How democracy offers freedom and dignity to citizens?

Freedom and dignity are the base of democracy. It is superior to any government in promoting freedom and dignity.

How democracy accommodates social diversity?

Democracy accommodates social diversity by making the majority and minority work together, and the rule can be made by any person or group.