Democracies often fail to cater to the demands of marginalized social groups. Why, and what reforms might improve such groups’ political incorporation and wellbeing? Focus on one marginalized group only.

1. Write a response to the question of 8pages in length using 12-point font.
2. Grading will be based on the clarity of the thesis statement, reasoned support of the argument, and inclusion of material from the course.
3. The use of outside materials is not allowed.
4. Do not include a bibliography, but cite sources using the Harvard citation system.

*** Democracies often fail to cater to the demands of marginalized social groups. Why, and what reforms might improve such groups’ political incorporation and wellbeing? Focus on one marginalized group only. Answer with reference to material from at least three of the lectures given so far. Include empirical examples from at least two countries of the Global South.