Copy of Political Science Subject Enrichment Term 1 E-SCRAPBOOK

Political Science Subject Enrichment Term 1 E-SCRAPBOOK

What is democracy

A Democracy is a form of government in which the rulers are elected by the people. The people have the authority to deliberate and decide legislation, or to choose governing officials to do so.

Importance of democracy

Democratic government, which is elected by and accountable to its citizens, protects individual rights so that citizens in a democracy can undertake their civic obligations and responsibilities, thereby strengthening the society as a whole.

Key features of democracy

1. In a democracy the final decision making power must rest with those elected by the people 2. A democracy must be based on a free and fair elections where those currently in power have a fair chance of losing 3. In a democracy each adult citizen must have one vote and each vote must have one value 4. A democratic government rules within limits set by constitutional law and citizens rights

Difference between a democratic and a non-democratic country

Definition Democracy Non-Democracy Characteristic It is the rule of the people It is the rule of government. Power People choose what is right for The government decides what is Governance them. right for the people. Laws Freedom It lies in the hand of the people. It lies in the hand of the government Rights It allows people to be free. It dominates the people. Are created by the government Are created by the government, with a say of the people. with no say of the people. Freedom and rights of the people Personal freedom and rights of are respected. the people are sacrificed. ● People have freedom of ● People have no voice. speech. ● Controls the life of ● People are free to live as people. they wish.

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