Question

In a democracy, the government rules by the consent of the _____.

A. dictator

B. president

C. army

D. people

Answer 1

The answer is D.) People

A democracy is formed off of the principle of popular sovereignty, which almost literally means, rule by the people.

I hope this helped!! :)) Have a blessed day! :D

Answer 2

In a democracy, the government rules by the consent of the people.

(option D).

It means that a democratic government has the moral obligation to serve the people who legitimate the government, and their natural rights of Life, Liberty and to protect their properties from usurpation.