Grassroots Democracy

1. Legislature: The law-making organ of the government. 2. Executive: The branch responsible for enforcing laws and implementing policies. 3. Judiciary: The system of courts responsible for interpreting laws and ensuring justice.

The division of government responsibilities among three distinct organs: Legislature, Executive, and Judiciary, to prevent the concentration of power.

Grassroot democracy allows people to participate in decision-making at the local level through village panchayats under the Panchayat Raj System.

Universal Adult Franchise means that all citizens aged 18 and above have the right to vote, regardless of education, religion, race, or economic conditions.

1. Administrative decisions for infrastructure. 2. Financial decisions affecting commodity prices. 3. Formulating laws for the country. 4. Implementing decisions through various agencies. 5. Addressing social issues and protecting weaker sections.

Democracy: Power rests with the people; Monarchy: Power is held by a single ruler; Dictatorship: Power is concentrated in a single leader or party.

The Constitution serves as the supreme law of the land, outlining the framework of government, the rights of citizens, and the principles of democracy.

Checks and balances is a system that ensures that no one branch of government becomes too powerful by providing each branch with the means to limit the powers of the others.

The rule of law ensures that all individuals and institutions are accountable to the law, which is applied equally and fairly, protecting citizens' rights and maintaining order.

Political parties organize elections, represent diverse interests, facilitate political participation, and provide a platform for policy-making and governance.