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The basic principle of democracy is _________________.

A
Majority rule.
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People are the ultimate source of power.
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Only leaders are powerful
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Political parties are powerful.
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Solution

The correct option is B People are the ultimate source of power.
It is correctly remarked that democracy is for the people, of the people and by by the people. The ultimate source of power and the sovereignty lies in the hands of people. They have got right to choose the governments who represent them, suffice the need of the nation and the election process empowers people to change the government if it is working or functioning against the interests of the people.

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