Benefits of Active Participation in Democracy for Society

Democracy and society depends on people's participation in democratic processes. Citizens need to participate in democratic process as these actions support democracy and promote inclusion and equality in society.

The Government are held to account

When people participate in democratic processes they are holding the government to account and they can challenge the government if there is social injustice or social inequality happening in society.

Citizen's views are heard

When people participate in democratic processes they are ensuring that citizens' views are voiced and are heard and can raise awareness of issues that may need to be addressed by the government.

Influence change

When people participate in democratic processes they may influence decision makers and policy makers and so influence change in society.

QUESTIONS YOU COULD BE ASKED ON THIS

Explain one reason why it is important that people participate in democratic processes (2 marks)

It is important because it gives people the chance to voice their views and have a say in decisions that affect them, helping them feel included and represented in society.

You should also read:

What is Democracy?

What are democratic processes? How people can get involved?

How citizens can bring change to society through democratic processes