Civics
State one prudential reason and one moral reason for power sharing with an example from the Indian context.
Power Sharing
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- Prudential reason — The power sharing is good because it helps to reduce the possibility of conflict between social groups. Since social conflict often leads to violence and political instability, power sharing is a good way to ensure the stability of political order. Example: we have reservation of seats in legislatures for scheduled castes (SC) and scheduled tribes (ST), allowing these marginalized sections to participate in governance.
- Moral reason — Power sharing is the very spirit of democracy. A democratic rule involves sharing power with those affected by its exercise, and who have to live with its effects. People have a right to be consulted on how they are to be governed. A legitimate government is one where citizens, through participation, acquire a stake in the system. Example: In India, citizens engage in debates, criticism, and pressure the government to reconsider policies and decisions.
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