Question 1

What is DemocracyIndia and how does it work?

Accepted Answer

DemocracyIndia is a civic technology platform that connects citizens with their elected representatives. You can find your MP and MLA by searching your location or PIN code, browse government schemes, read the Constitution, and participate in community forums — all for free.

Question 2

Is DemocracyIndia free to use?

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Yes, DemocracyIndia is completely free for all citizens. Representatives and political leaders can access enhanced features through paid membership tiers.

Question 3

Do I need to create an account?

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You can browse public information like representatives, schemes, and the Constitution without an account. Creating a free account lets you participate in forums, save schemes, track your representatives, and ask questions.

Question 4

How do I find my MP and MLA?

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Use the constituency finder on the homepage — search by your city, town, or PIN code, or use the interactive "Know Your Constituency" map. DemocracyIndia will display your Lok Sabha MP and Vidhan Sabha MLA with their verified profiles.

Question 5

How are representatives verified on DemocracyIndia?

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Verification is a multi-step process: L1 (phone verification), L2 (email and document verification), and L3 (official roster matching against Election Commission data). Verified representatives receive a blue badge on their profile.

Question 6

Can I contact my elected representative through DemocracyIndia?

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Yes. Verified representatives have a public Q&A section where citizens can ask questions. Some representatives also offer private connect options. All questions are moderated to maintain civility.

Question 7

Can I read the Constitution of India on DemocracyIndia?

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Yes. The complete Constitution of India is available in both English and Hindi, organized by Preamble, 24 Parts (including Part IVA, IX, IXA, and IXB), and all 12 Schedules. The text is sourced from official government PDFs from legislative.gov.in and indiacode.nic.in.

Question 8

What is 'The Real Constitution of Bharat'?

Accepted Answer

'The Real Constitution of Bharat' is a book by Dr Satinder Singh Malik offering an originalist perspective on the Indian Constitution. The full 21-chapter text is available on DemocracyIndia in both English and Hindi as part of the Proposed Constitution section.

Question 9

Is the Constitution text on DemocracyIndia legally accurate?

Accepted Answer

The Current Constitution section uses text extracted directly from official PDFs published by the Government of India. While we strive for accuracy, the official text at legislative.gov.in remains the authoritative source.

Question 10

What government schemes are listed on DemocracyIndia?

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DemocracyIndia catalogs schemes across 15 categories including education, health, agriculture, housing, employment, women and child development, and more. Each scheme page includes eligibility criteria, benefits, application process, and official links.

Question 11

How do I find schemes I'm eligible for?

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Use the "Find schemes for you" wizard on the Schemes page. Answer a few questions about your age, state, occupation, and category to get a personalized list of schemes you may be eligible for.

Question 12

How can elected representatives join DemocracyIndia?

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Representatives can register through the Leader Login page and complete the verification process. Benefits include a verified profile, public Q&A with constituents, event management, content publishing, and fundraising tools.

Question 13

What does the Leader membership cost?

Accepted Answer

DemocracyIndia offers tiered membership for leaders: Basic (₹499/month), Pro (₹4,999/month), and Enterprise (₹9,999/month). Each tier includes progressively more features like priority support, analytics, and enhanced visibility.

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