What is democracy?

Citizenship

What are the strengths and weaknesses of the UK democratic system?

From which language does the word democracy originate?

A system of government in which power is vested in the people and ‘ruled by the people’ either directly or indirectly through elected representatives.

A system of government where the rich and famous hold all the power.

A system where there is centralised control by the government.

To allow absolute power in the hands of the monarch.

To ensure human dignity, freedom, equality and justice.

Which statement most closely outlines the aim of democracy?

Absolute power, centralised control, lack of human rights and state-controlled media are all features of a democracy.

To ensure public confidence and trust in the process.

To promote a single issue that affects society.

Why does a democracy require free and fair elections?

Which country has a full democracy? (hint: think about the top 5 listed in the democracy index)

Who said “Democracy is the worst form of government, except for all the others”.

What is democracy?

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