Question

question 4 of 10
read this passage:
a democratic government allows its citizens to vote directly on most issues. however, the citizens cannot simply pass any law they want. the government has a constitution guaranteeing that certain rights can never be denied to any citizen. these guarantees were included to make sure the most popular political parties would be unable to pass laws limiting the political rights of their opponents.
which principle of democracy does the government described in the passage most directly represent?
a. valuing the need to compromise
b. respecting the equality of all citizens
c. accepting majority rule but insisting on minority rights
d. recognizing the worth and dignity of the individual

Explanation:

The passage mentions citizens can vote (majority - rule aspect) and also that there are constitutional guarantees to prevent the violation of certain rights of any citizen, protecting minority rights. This shows acceptance of majority - rule while insisting on minority rights.

Answer:

C. Accepting majority rule but insisting on minority rights