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• Rights of citizens

  The basic rights of citizens are protected. There is freedom of food, clothing, shelter. Even, the choices of work, religion, etc. are not controlled. None can compel him or prevent him in these aspects.
• Common law for all

  Any person found guilty is to be punished by law. Be it a poor man or the rich, strong, or weak will have to undergo the same punishment and judicial trial. Also, to get into any position, all the people will have to follow the same procedures.
• Chances for individual growth

  Due to the freedom of life, a person can work without compulsions, This enables him to perform with passion in any field he desires. With this work of passion, there would be enhanced performance and growth.
• Combined decision making

  For every issue, the entire representatives of people are responsible. Everyone will be involved in decision making. This limits the chances of wrong decisions for the country. Thereby everyone is safe and in agreement with happenings with the nation.
• Fewer chances of misuse of power

  In autocratic rule, there are chances for misuse of power. None can question their actions, hence, people in power can take personal decisions. This happens sometimes based on their individual needs and wishes. So, they can take decisions even if it is harmful to the entire masses. But in a democracy such misuse of power is not possible. Even a president or prime minister has to take his colleagues into consideration. He must put his views into practice only after their approval.
• Equal rights to all

  In a democracy, everyone is equal before the law. One can take up studies, build homes, buy property, anywhere within the nation as per rules.
• Ability to express themselves

  Every individual has his opinion. Democracy provides an opportunity to express his opinion without fear or censorship.
• Enhanced economic growth


  Most countries with democracy have enormous economic growth. As governance is a collective effort; the economic growth is never hindered. The nation growth is done collectively and efficiently.
• Minimizes conflicts and violence


  The chances of violence are minimal in democracy. Since the power transition is smooth by-elections; the chances of violence are low. The only way to get into power is through peoples' trust. So, the persons will have to behave responsibly.
• Provide food and minimizes famines

  In the case of calamities, people are deprived of basic amenities like food. The government will have to arrange for food and essentials from other places. This is done to support the public and win their support. So, the suffering of people due to famines would be low.
• Separation of powers


  In a democracy, the powers of administration, justice are separate. So, those in power or those in the judiciary cannot overpower themselves.
• Transparency of systems


  Since all are equal by law, the systems are transparent. Results of elections, competitive exams, job selections are kept transparent. These lead to better support those with ability and talent.
• People are chosen by performance

  In autocratic rule or kingship, the power transit to children. Despite not being capable enough, they can have complete power. This leads to insufficient administration and lack of long-term prosperity. In a democracy, only those with credible performance records would be given a chance. The right person with ability will be in the position to administer or the governance.
• Finance control


  The finances of the state have to be spent as per the constitution. This prevents misuse of funds and uses them only for the benefit of citizens. So, the chances of corruption can be reduced.
• Peoples' Choice


  People can choose their leader irrespective of caste, creed, sex and even race. Even economically backward persons like Abraham Lincoln could become the president of the united states, women like Margaret. Thatcher prime minister of the UK, etc.
• Change of power


  If a person in authority is not fit to rule, he can be replaced by elections. Many politicians who were felt unfit to govern were changed in the next elections. If they were fit, were given multiple chances to rule.
• Equal and fair justice

  In a democracy, no one is above the law, and everyone is equal before it. So equal justice is theoretically possible to all.
• People's participation


  Since a person is elected by people, people have the right to decide their leader by involvement in voting.
• Nationalism


  Since every citizen is involved in building the country, there is a sense of patriotism and contributions to its growth.
• Better and equal opportunities


  All are equal before the law so anyone can contest for any post. And if he is eligible, he can take the opportunity.
• Freedom of life 


  People are free to live their life as they wish without causing harm to others. This is a fundamental right provided by law. But still, there are also disadvantages of democracy which needs to be addressed.