Misunderstanding democracy

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I have been meaning to write sort of sequel to the problem with democracy post . However I thought it will be better, if before continuing, I explain my understanding of democracy. Hence this post.

Now problem with democracy worshipers, *cough cough INI guys*, is that they ascribe features to democracy which it doesn't necessarily have and whats more it never claimed to have posses.

To be more specific, democracy as an institution was never purported by Greeks to deliver better public policy decisions, except in a very narrow sense.

Which was that majority is not screwed by a minority, whether it be aristocrats, or mandarins, or oligarchs. This and this only democracy can ensure.

Now seen in its correct context, democracy as a system of governance has succeeded in India. Minority doesn't screw majority. Instead it is Majority which screws minority. Or considering the shifting nature of electoral plurality in India, democratic experience in India is best described as Circular screwing squad.

Now it is possible although very difficult  that a democratic system deliver in better public policy decisions.
However that is similar to fitting round peg in a square hole. It is possible but it require object(s) better know as adapter. In case of governance culture especially its civic component, and  institutions comprising state, act as adapters.

From this it follows that for those wishing to make democracy a success should pay particular attention to civic institutions and state organizations.

Of course it is different if democracy has become an object of worship or fashion .