Answer in detail
what are the challenges to Indian democracy? Explain.​

Explanation:

1) Poverty, health care, low literacy rate, over population, unemployment are prevalent in most parts of India, hampering national progress.

2) Caste and gender discrimination continues to prevail in Indian Society, slackening advancement and development.

3) Rampant corruption, red tapism, delays in Public Justice are weakening the foundation of Democracy.

4) Exploitation of minorities in different castes and religions for narrow political gains has undermined the whole concept of democracy.

5) Use of money and muscle power during elections reflects Democracy's shortcomings.