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Representative Democracy In a direct democracy, citizens directly participate in decision-making processes, voting on laws and policies themselves. However, representative democracy, a more common form, involves citizens electing officials to make decisions on their behalf. This system is designed to manage the complexities of modern governance, where direct participation by all citizens in every decision is impractical.   While direct democracy offers greater direct control to citizens, it can be inefficient for large, complex societies. Representative democracy, on the other hand, provides a more manageable and efficient way to govern.   India, with a population of upwards of 140 crores, was never envisioned to be a democracy for obvious reasons, but a representative democracy. Thus, it becomes imperative that the elected representative is not only in sync with the pulse of his constituents, but also represents their voice in the parliament. However, neither is it a mandate that this

Akhadās ( अखाड़ा ), traditionally known for their role in physical training and wrestling, played a significant role in the Indian freedom struggle against British colonial rule. These institutions, originally formed for promoting physical fitness and martial arts, gradually transformed into centers of political and social awakening. Today, however, this history has been forgotten, so much so that even those training at these akhadās would rarely know about their important role in our freedom movement. Origins of Akhadās Historical Roots: Akhadās have a deep-rooted history in India, dating back to ancient times. They were initially established as centers for physical and spiritual training. The term "Akhada" refers to a place where wrestling and other forms of physical training are practiced. Cultural Significance: Akhadās were associated with different sects of Hinduism, including the Naga Sadhus and the various orders of sannyasis (ascetics). They played a crucial role i