The Concept of Democracy Key Words

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Democracy
A system of government based on the will of the people, which is judged through an open and fair electoral system.
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Anarchy
A system where no form of government operates; total breakdown in a society.
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Theocracy
Where religious leaders run the state and their beliefs heavily influence laws.
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Dictatorship
Rule by one person or group, who is all powerful. Often associated with a military takeover of a state.
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Direct Democracy
A system of government where all citizens take part in decision making. A modern example is referendums.
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Representative Democracy
Where citizens are democratically elected to represent other citizens in an assembly - e.g. an MP.
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Liberal Democracy
A system of government based on Representative Democracy, linked to freedoms and rights for citizens.
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A system where no form of government operates; total breakdown in a society.

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Anarchy

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Where religious leaders run the state and their beliefs heavily influence laws.

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Rule by one person or group, who is all powerful. Often associated with a military takeover of a state.

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A system of government where all citizens take part in decision making. A modern example is referendums.

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