Democracy
Democracy is a form of government. It is a system in which every citizen of a country can vote for each official leader of that country. In this system, citizens are able to make major decisions about their country. The system ensures that individuals or groups of people do not impose decisions on others.
Major Features of Democracy
- Reflection of the general will of the people
- Free and fair elections
- The existence of political parties and pressure groups
- Majority and minority rights
- Respect for human rights
- Respect for the rule of law
Institutions of Democracy
- Electoral commission
- Political parties
- Pressure groups
- Arms of government
Importance of Democracy
- The people are able to choose their own leaders
- The people can contribute to how their country should be ruled
- The people decide on matters concerning their country
- The people enjoy their rights
Pillars of Democracy
- The people
- Democratic institutions
- The rule of law
- Independent national electoral commission
- Majority rule and minority rights
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