question_answer 17)

Which of these statements about the relationship between democracy and rights is more valid? Give reasons for your preference.   (a) Every country that is a democracy gives rights to its citizens.   (b) Every country that gives rights to its citizens is a democracy.   (c) Giving rights is good, but it is not necessary for a democracy.  

Answer:

Statement (a) is most valid. Democracy is a system of government elected by the people who work for the people and so a democracy must provide rights to the citizens.