What happened
For UPSC preparation, the useful takeaway is the broader democratic principle: opposition is not merely a political inconvenience. Opposition parties, critics, and dissenting voices can improve scrutiny, expose policy weaknesses, and widen public debate.
Why it matters for UPSC
The topic maps directly to GS2 themes on governance, Parliament, and democratic institutions. It also fits Essay questions on democratic accountability, constitutional morality, and the quality of public debate.
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