Meaning, Types, Features, Merits, and Demerits of Democracy
Topic Content:
- Definition of Democracy
- Types of Democracy
- Features of Democracy
- Merits of Democracy
- Demerits of Democracy
What is Democracy?
Democracy is the system of government in which people choose their rulers by voting in a free and fair, periodic, and regular election. It can also be defined as a system of government in which political power resides in the people.
Democracy originated in ancient Greece where all citizens participated in the process of popular decision-making and decisions were reached through consensus.
Types of Democracy:
(i) Direct or Classical Democracy: In this type of democracy, all citizens take part in the making and implementation of laws in the state.
(ii) Indirect or Representative Democracy: In an indirect or representative democracy, citizens choose representatives to rule the state (through free and fair, periodic elections) on their behalf.
Features of Democracy:
Among the features of democracy are:
(i) Free and fair election.
(ii) Periodic and regular election.
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