pyq/2013/philosophy-optional-ii/2

Discuss the following critically in not more than 250 words each :

(a) What is meant by ‘democracy’? What are the various forms of democratic governments? (15 marks, 250 words)

(b) Is a democratic government able to represent the interests of minority groups? (15 marks, 250 words)

(c) Is a democratic government better than a benevolent dictatorship? Give reasons for your answer. (20 marks, 250 words)