Is Democracy a Myth In India
Today, democracy is considered the most esteemed political structure in the world. On the other hand, a thorough analysis of democratic governance, particularly in India, highlights fundamental questions: Does democracy truly represent people? Is it truly beneficial to them and allows them to select the appropriate leader? Based on current circumstances, it appears that democracy may be more of a myth than genuinely effective. The Democratic Ideal vs. Reality According to Abraham Lincoln's well-known definition, democracy is "government of the people, by the means and for the purpose of that." This aspirational ideal continues to shape democratic theory. Robert A. According to Dahl's "On Democracy", democracy is a political system in which the people have political power, whether directly or through elected representatives, and is founded on the principles of political equality, participation, effective representation. According to Joseph Schumpeter, democ...