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Why do we need election mention any three demerits of an electron Commission |
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Answer» Elections are required to ENSURE a peaceful transfer of power and uphold the democratic form of governance that acts as an expression of the collective will of people. The people get to decide who will be their rulers according to the choices they are offered in the form of various POLITICAL PARTIES and candidates. It is the process through which democracy is seen in action. It also ensures the accountability of the government to the people. The following are certain demerits of electoral competition: It creates disunity and factionalism Candidates often use dirty tricks to discredit their opponents and win elections Long term policies may become a casualty of electoral politics Money power is often a crucial determinant of results in elections and smaller and independent candidates may not have sufficient resources to COMPETE with big parties on equal terms |
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