Of healthy democracy

India is a democratic country. We elect our representatives via voting. They represent us to the governance. The Right to Freedom of Speech is a very important right. In fact, this right makes our democracy beautiful and vibrant through criticisms and debates. People also forward their views or grievances via various media on different issues.

This right should be cherished as views of various stakeholders can help the elected representatives to review their decisions either by incorporating or ignoring the forwarded views.

Earlier, putting forward one's views seemed easy but nowadays apprehensions are aplenty as many well wishers discourage putting forward or sharing the views. Healthy democracy can only thrive when the competition and relationship is healthy where rulers and the ruled can participate equally for the betterment of society.

Is it something in the air i.e. fake or a serious matter? I wonder. A proper policy can be implemented by brainstorming at various levels, taking the criticism and utilizing it for the advantage of the deprived as a healthy democracy thrives for the betterment of the citizens.

A concerned citizen,

Guwahati