What is the role of civil society in promoting democracy? Solution 1) Civil society can limit and control the power of the state. A country must need a way to keep the power of political leaders in check or control. 2) Civil society exposes the corrupt officials and government bodies. Even though the anti- corruption laws exists but for them to function effectively active participation of civil society is required. 3) NGOs can educate people about their fundamental rights given by the constitution. 4) Civil societies can be training platforms for future leader. 5) Civil societies also play a vital role in the monitoring the conduct of elections. They make sure that the POLL takes place without any manipulations of the machines at polling station..