Question

Bring out the merits and demerits of indirect elections.

Answer 1

a. Merits

1. Indirect elections are less expensive.
2. It is more suited to elections in large countries.

b. Demerits

1. If the number of Voters is very small, there exists a possibility of corruption, bribery, horse-trading, etc.
2. It is less democratic because people do not have the direct opportunity to elect, but they instead do it through their representatives.
3. So, this may not reflect the true will of the people.