Accountability to the citizens is the most basic outcome of _______.

Correct option is C

Ans.(c) Democracy

Explanation:

The correct answer is Democracy. In a democratic system, the government is accountable to the people, as leaders are elected by citizens and can be voted out if they fail to perform.

Information Booster:

● Democracy ensures government accountability through elections, judiciary, and public opinion.
● India follows a parliamentary democracy where elected representatives govern on behalf of the people.
● Fundamental Rights (Article 19, Article 21, etc.) ensure citizen participation in governance.
● Independent institutions like the Election Commission and Comptroller & Auditor General (CAG) enhance accountability.
● Periodic elections and judicial oversight ensure democratic governance.

Additional Information:

• (a) Theocracy: Incorrect, a system where religious leaders govern (e.g., Iran).
• (b) Autocracy: Incorrect, power is concentrated in a single leader or ruler (e.g., dictatorship).
• (d) Socialism: Incorrect, focuses on economic equality but does not necessarily ensure political accountability.