Which one of the following statements best reflects the critical message conveyed by the author of the passage ?
aWithout opposition parties, the administration in a democracy gets to become more responsible.
bDemocracy needs to have revolutionaries in opposition to keep the government alert.
cRulers in a democracy need the support of opposition for their political survival.
dIn a democracy, the opposition is indispensable for the balance of political power and good governance.
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