democracy (Meaning)
democracy (n)
the political orientation of those who favor government by the people or by their elected representatives
a political system in which the supreme power lies in a body of citizens who can elect people to represent them
the doctrine that the numerical majority of an organized group can make decisions binding on the whole group
democracy (n.)
Government by the people; a form of government in which the supreme power is retained and directly exercised by the people.
Government by popular representation; a form of government in which the supreme power is retained by the people, but is indirectly exercised through a system of representation and delegated authority periodically renewed; a constitutional representative government; a republic.
Collectively, the people, regarded as the source of government.
The principles and policy of the Democratic party, so called.
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FAQs About the word democracy
the political orientation of those who favor government by the people or by their elected representatives, a political system in which the supreme power lies in
republic, autonomy,sovereignty, self-rule, self-government, self-determination,pure democracy, home rule
tyranny, monarchy, despotism,dictatorship, monarchy, dictatorship, totalitarianism, tyranny, despotism, totalitarianism
The core principle of **democracy** lies in the power residing with the people, often exercised through voting.
**Democracy** strives to ensure the voices of the citizens are heard and reflected in government decisions.
While not perfect, **democracy** aims to uphold fundamental rights and freedoms for its citizens.
Regular elections are a cornerstone of **democracy**, allowing the public to choose their representatives.
