democracy Flashcards
What is direct democracy?
Direct democracy is a form of democracy in which people decide policy initiatives directly.
What is representative democracy?
Representative democracy is a type of democracy where elected officials represent a group of people.
What is participatory democracy?
Participatory democracy is a system emphasizing broad participation in decision-making and civil society.
True or False: In a direct democracy, citizens vote directly on laws and policies.
True
What is deliberative democracy?
Deliberative democracy is a form of democracy in which deliberation is central to decision-making.
What is liberal democracy?
Liberal democracy is a form of representative democracy where the protection of individual rights and freedoms is emphasized.
What is consensus democracy?
Consensus democracy is a form of direct democracy where decisions are made based on consensus rather than majority rule.
What is a hybrid democracy?
A hybrid democracy is a combination of different types of democracy, such as direct and representative democracy.
Fill in the blank: In ______ democracy, citizens have the power to make decisions directly.
Direct
Short answer: What is the main difference between direct and representative democracy?
Direct democracy involves citizens directly making decisions, while representative democracy involves elected officials representing the people.