Question

Democracy can be defined as a government in which ________.

Answer 1

The correct answer is C. The people, either directly or through elected representatives, hold political power.

Explanation

Democracy is a system a government organization that attributes power to all citizens. In this, collective decisions are taken by the people through direct or indirect participation mechanisms that grant legitimacy to their representatives. Also, democracy is a form of social coexistence in which members are free and equal and social relations are established according to contractual mechanisms. So, the correct answer is C. The people, either directly or through elected representatives, hold political power.