This question asks for the author of a quote discussing the democratic and illiberal trends in India. Let's break down the question and evaluate the given options to determine the correct answer.
- The quote contends that India's rich democratic tradition is marred by trends of illiberalism, suggesting a nuanced understanding of political dynamics.
- Fareed Zakaria is a renowned journalist and author, known for his comprehensive take on global politics and democracy. He authored "The Future of Freedom: Illiberal Democracy at Home and Abroad", where he discusses similar themes of democracies becoming illiberal.
- Comparing with the other options:
- Atul Kohli is a political scientist known for his work on political and economic development but not specifically for illiberal democracy themes.
- Sunil Khilnani is an Indian author known for writing on modern Indian history and politics but has not prominently written on the subject of illiberal democracies as described.
- Paul R. Brass is known for his analytical work on Indian politics, but not specifically for addressing illiberal trends within democracies in the manner described in the quote.
- The themes and context align most clearly with the works of Fareed Zakaria. Therefore, the correct answer is Fareed Zakaria.
By considering the context of the quote and the backgrounds of the given authors, we justify that Fareed Zakaria is the most fitting option for this discussion on democracy and illiberalism.
Important Questions from Democracy
- Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the code given below the Lists :
List I
(Concept)List II
(Explanation/Aim)A. Pluralist democracy 1. Power is always exercised by a privileged few B. People's democracy 2. Highest and harmonious development of individual capacities C. Developmental democracy 3. Social equality through common ownership of wealth D. Elitist democracy 4. Capacity of groups to ensure Governmental responsiveness
Code :
A B C D - Which of the following are the defining features of liberal democracy?
1. Constitutional government based on formal, usually legal, rules
2. Guarantees of civil liberties and individual rights
3. It invests political authority with potentially unlimited power
Select the correct answer using the code given below : - Which one among the following is NOT the central feature of Polyarchy ?
- Who among the following compares the organisations of civil society to a powerful system of 'Fortresses and earthworks' standing behind the state ?
Consider the following statements:
Assertion (A): Bringing down the influence of the rich and powerful people in making Governmental decision making is the challenge in the concept of 'expansion of democracy'.
Reason (R): People's participation and their control in meaningful, only when influence of the rich is brought down. It results in :Deepening of Democracy".
