Question

What statement correctly summarizes why civic participation is important in an democracy ?

a - Without it, political leaders have no way of representing the peoples view
b - Civic participation is a requirement for voting
c - It allows citizens to understand their representatives better
d - It is a legal as well as an ethical obligation for citizens

Answer 1

i would say its

c - It allows citizens to understand their representatives better

Step-by-step explanation:

Participation is commonly defined as the act of taking part in some action. ... Participatory democracy is primarily concerned with ensuring that citizens are afforded an opportunity to participate or otherwise be involved in decision making on matters that affect their lives.

Civic engagement or civic participation is any individual or group activity addressing issues of public concern. ... Civic engagement "is a process in which people take collective action to address issues of public concern" and is "instrumental to democracy"

Answer 2

The answer is A: Without it, political leaders have no way of representing the peoples view.

Step-by-step explanation:

I just took the test.