In which one of the following countries is democracy not preferred over dictatorship?

Correct option is B

•  In Pakistan, democracy has faced significant challenges in being preferred over dictatorship, mainly due to a history of military coups and periods of military rule. While Pakistan has a parliamentary system, the military has frequently intervened in the country’s political affairs, and the political climate has often favored authoritarian or military-led governance. There have been periods of military dictatorship (such as under General Zia-ul-Haq and General Pervez Musharraf) which have overshadowed democratic governance.

• Pakistan has experienced multiple military coups, which have led to the establishment of military regimes, most notably under Generals Ayub Khan, Zia-ul-Haq, and Pervez Musharraf.
• Despite having a democratic framework, the influence of the military in Pakistan’s political landscape has often been stronger, and periods of military dictatorship have significantly impacted the nation’s democratic processes.
• Democracy in Pakistan has been fragile, with military rule often being seen as an alternative to the instability and political corruption associated with democratic governments.
• In Pakistan, civilian governments are often undermined by military interventions, leading to public disillusionment with democracy in certain periods of the country’s history.
• Pakistan’s democracy has faced challenges due to issues such as political instability, corruption, and military dominance, leading to a preference for military rule at times.
• The military in Pakistan has often been viewed as a stabilizing force, which sometimes overshadows the democratic processes.

• Bangladesh: In Bangladesh, democracy has had its challenges as well, but it has largely been preferred over dictatorship in recent decades. While political instability and military influence have been concerns, the country has maintained a functioning democratic system.
• Sri Lanka: Sri Lanka has experienced a fairly stable democratic system, with periods of tension and civil conflict, but dictatorship has not been preferred over democracy in the modern era.
• India: India has firmly established itself as the world's largest democracy, with a robust democratic system and a preference for democratic governance over dictatorship.