Question Q.1GS2GS2

"India's democratic roots are deeply embedded in its ancient civilizational ethos." Discuss in the context of India being referred to as the 'Mother of Democracy'.

Introduction

Democratic traditions with emphasis on popular participation and responsible governance have a long history in Indian civilization.

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Main Body

Democratic traditions with emphasis on popular participation and responsible governance have a long history in Indian civilization.

India's democratic roots - are deeply embedded in civilizational ethos

1Vedic Sabha, Samiti → involved people's participation including women for debating important decisions and taking decisions.

2Republican system of Gana-Sangha reflects collective decision-making.

Examples: Shakya, Lichchavi, Vaushyya

3Buddhist Council - relied upon debate, discussion and dialogue for religious discourse followed by 4th Buddhist Council covered.

4Decentralized structures of Gupta's in local governance included distribution with emphasis on local democracy through Vidhi Adhikaran and Viharay Adhikari.

5Us and Sabha of Chola's empire had local self-governing structure, with provision of election and qualification with emphasis on Uttarmesh Institution.

6Amukhara Mandalu - of Lineayala, remained with popular forums for discussing.

7Thadesf Iekam of Akbar - effects democratic tradition of discussion.

However, some limitations like exclusion of lower castes, elite capture, untouchability and restricted qualifications measure limited these democratic element.

Yet, they established many hereditary undisputed ties to democratic manifestations.

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Conclusion

Yet, they established many hereditary undisputed ties to democratic manifestations.

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HASSAN KHAN

AIR 952025

Subject & Paper

GS2GS2

Topic

Indian Constitution - Historical Underpinnings, Evolution, Features, Amendments, Significant Provisions and Basic Structure

Evolution and Features

Democratic traditions in ancient India

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