Under a narrow definition, how are rulers chosen in a democracy?
ABy hereditary succession
BBy religious councils
CThrough competitive elections
DBy military selection
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Through competitive elections
1. A narrow definition focuses on the way rulers get power.
2. Rulers are elected through competitive elections.
3. Heredity, religious councils and the military describe non-democratic selection.
_Source: Wikipedia, Democracy, Lead section_
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