Question

Which among the following is/are the mechanism(s) to ensure accountability in a democracy?

• A. Free and fair elections
• B. Open public debates
• C. Restrictions on press
• D. No public debates

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B)

The correct options are
A Free and fair elections
B Open public debates

In a democratic setup, governments and leaders are accountable to the citizens. There are several mechanisms to ensure this. These include open public debates on major policies and laws. Regular free and fair elections are extremely important to hold the government accountable to the people.