What are Elections?

Overview

Elections are a formal process through which citizens choose their representatives to form a government. In a democratic country like India, elections ensure that power remains in the hands of the people.

Representative Democracy

India follows a representative democracy, where people do not govern directly but elect leaders who make decisions on their behalf.

Levels of Elections

• • National (Lok Sabha)
• • State (Vidhan Sabha)
• • Local (Municipalities & Panchayats)

Key Takeaways

• • Citizens vote to elect leaders
• • Elections ensure accountability
• • Government can be changed peacefully
• • Regular elections prevent misuse of power