Democracy
CBSE · Class 9 · Social Science
Summary of Democracy for CBSE Class 9 Social Science. Key concepts, important points, and chapter overview.
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Overview
Democracy is a form of government in which power comes from the people. It is based on freedom, equality, justice, rights, duties, participation, and the rule of law. India is the world’s largest democracy, with over 96.8 crore registered voters in 2024, and its democratic system is built on the Con
Key Concepts
In a democracy
In a democracy, the ultimate source of power is the people. Citizens exercise this power through free and fair elections. Every citizen aged 18 years
The law applies equally to all
The law applies equally to all people. No one is above the law, and disputes are settled through legal procedures rather than force or personal power.
The Indian Constitution gives six Fundamental
The Indian Constitution gives six Fundamental Rights: Right to Equality, Right to Freedom, Right Against Exploitation, Right to Freedom of Religion, C
The legislature makes laws
The legislature makes laws, the executive implements them, and the judiciary interprets them. This division prevents concentration of power in one org
Democratic governments must answer to citizens
Democratic governments must answer to citizens. The RTI Act, 2005 strengthens transparency by allowing citizens to seek information from public author
Learning Objectives
- Understand the meaning and main principles of democracy
- Trace the development of democratic ideas in India from early traditions to the modern Constitution
- Learn the role of popular sovereignty, rule of law, fundamental rights, and separation of powers
- Compare different forms of democracy in India and other countries
- Recognise the importance of elections, political parties, media, local self-government, and civil society
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- NCERT Official — ncert.nic.in
- CBSE Academic — cbseacademic.nic.in
- CBSE Official — cbse.gov.in
- National Education Policy 2020 — education.gov.in
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