Parliamentary Democracy - What is democracy?
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Describe indirect democracy and its characteristics.
- People elect representatives.
- Representatives make decisions.
- More practical than direct democracy.
- Also called parliamentary democracy.
- Elected officials form parliament.
What are the key characteristics of parliamentary democracy in the Netherlands?
- Minority rights are respected.
- Separation of powers prevents dominance.
- Elected representatives form parliament.
- Laws need parliamentary majority.
- Individual freedom is respected.
What fundamental political rights are guaranteed in a parliamentary democracy?
- Anyone 18+ can vote or run for office.
- Ability to establish political parties.
- Free and fair elections with secret ballot.
- Right to protest or demonstrate.
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How is freedom of the press upheld in a parliamentary democracy?
- Journalists decide news independently.
- No government permission needed for reporting.
What is an authoritarian regime and who holds the power?
- Power is held by one person, family, group, or military.
- Limited freedom and no free elections.
- Opponents are seen as enemies.
- Most extreme form: totalitarian dictatorship.
How are some authoritarian regimes based on ideology?
- North Korea, China: Communist Party control.
- Germany, Italy, Spain: Fascist control.
- Fascists favor nationalism and strong leaders.
What defines a religious and a military regime in authoritarian contexts?
- Religious: Based on Islamic law with religious leaders in power (e.g., Iran).
- Military: Army controls government (e.g., Myanmar's 2021 coup).
How do authoritarian regimes handle law and rights?
- No rule of law or fundamental rights.
- Freedom of expression, assembly restricted.
- Dissent can lead to torture or imprisonment.
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