ABSTRACT

A democratic system is that form of system which is governed by the rule of the majority. Society, where the electorate stems from, lives within the auspices of the State, the ultimate authority in the Democracy lies with the State. An electoral change only implies the transfer of power from one body politic to another, the State Apparatus remains to a varying degree intact, and it is with the State that the ultimate decisions concerning the running of society remains. Education can only be understood when we know for what society and for what social position the pupils are being educated. The education system reflects the values and standards of society and the child is expected to conform to the system within the school. Children who show any signs of rebellion are considered trouble makers and are effectively punished in one way or another. Short of revolution, education is the only way that a society can be changed from within.