It was direct democracy - the citizens met in fortnightly assembly and decided on issues, which decisions were implemented by the council. Today's democracies are representative democracies - citizens elect members of parliament to direct government.
It was direct democracy - the citizens met in fortnightly assembly and decided on issues, which decisions were implemented by the council. Today's democracies are representative democracies - citizens elect members of parliament to direct government.
Athenian democracy helped shape modern concepts of democracy and citizenship, influencing systems of government around the world. The principles of equality, free speech, and citizen participation in decision-making continue to be relevant in contemporary democratic societies. The legacy of Athenian democracy serves as a model for ongoing efforts to promote civil rights, political engagement, and social justice.
It was direct democracy - the citizens met in fortnightly assembly and decided on issues, which decisions were implemented by the council. Today's democracies are representative democracies - citizens elect members of parliament to direct government.
Athenian democracy in Ancient Greece. But that democracy only concerned free Athenian adult male citizens, not children, not women, not slaves, not foreigners. Sounds like a good democracy for me.
It was direct democracy - the citizens met in fortnightly assembly and decided on issues, which decisions were implemented by the council. Today's democracies are representative democracies - citizens elect members of parliament to direct government.
The answer is simple, the Greeks. The Greeks also started the real demoncracy.
the most common form of democracy is............. first past the post i think?
Just different versions of capitalism, with varying degrees of state interference.
The ancient Greek city-state of Athens is considered to have been organized as a limited democracy during much of its Classical Period simply because its democratic privileges and rights did not extend to all of its members. For instance, only certain males were allowed to vote and to hold public office.
Athenian democracy has influenced many democratic governments in world history, including the American governmental system
It was as it is today a democracy government
The Greek idea of democracy influences many of today’s governments.