A democracy's citizens have a say in how the country is run, via elections to select politicians of opposing parties. They are also free to express publicly their own opinions even if critical of the government.
A non-democratic state, or Dictatorship, denies its citizens these rights and its elections are merely between members of the same ruling party.
The two terms are necessarily opposite. Democratic is defined as supporting democracy and/or its principles, while nondemocratic is that which does not support or espouse democratic principles.
They are not an elected Government. They do not allow vocal descent Fair trials are not an option. They a communist Government, not a democratic one.
The will of the majority; which can take away the rights of the minority (quoting Jefferson).
Democratic elections are characterized by the participation of citizens, respect for civil liberties, and the presence of multiple political parties competing fairly. Nondemocratic elections, on the other hand, are often marred by restrictions on participation, lack of political freedoms, and manipulation or control by a ruling elite or single party.
You need to answer this question because we don't do your homework and it is asking for your opinion and to show your critical thinking skills and how well you understood the the lesson. I suggest you make a Venn diagram to compare the two systems.
They have no such obligation.
There are nondemocratic countries, like Russia, Cuba, and North Korea
Oh yes, non-democratic governments are even more prone to corruption than democratic governments are.
Cuba, chile venezuela, ecuador, peru.
India Pakistan Singapore Greece
No, human rights issues can occur in both nondemocratic and democratic countries. While nondemocratic regimes often face criticism for blatant violations, democratic nations can also experience human rights challenges, such as discrimination, police brutality, and restrictions on free speech. Therefore, the protection and promotion of human rights is a global concern that transcends political systems.
Democratic conditions generally involve free and fair elections, protection of basic human rights and freedoms, rule of law, separation of powers, and government accountability to the people. In contrast, nondemocratic conditions can involve restrictions on political participation, lack of respect for human rights, authoritarian rule, censorship, limited political freedoms, and lack of transparency in governance.