GCECivic EducationPolitical Apathy and Participation2021

Which of the following is NOT a consequence of political apathy in a democratic society?

AElection of incompetent leaders
BWeakening of democratic institutions
CIncreased government accountabilityCORRECT
DLow voter turnout during elections
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Political apathy leads to negative outcomes such as the election of incompetent leaders, weakened democratic institutions, and low voter turnout because citizens are not engaged. Government accountability actually increases when citizens are actively involved and vigilant, which is the opposite of apathy. Therefore, increased government accountability is NOT a consequence of political apathy.
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