How do representative democracy differ from oligarchy?

Answer 1

A representative democracy differs from an oligarchy because people elect the small group in power. Almost anyone can run for office. Government positions are open to many people.

Answer 2

In an oligarchy a smallgroup of people hold the power (gained either by social status or military). The government claims to rule for people, but there are no free elections or 'real' representatives of them having a say in the government.

In a representative democracy peolple elect representatives and give them the right to vote on their behalf. There are free elections (citizens vote by secret ballots) with several candidates. Every vote has equal weight. It is based on majority rule comparing with the oligarchy which is based on a minority rule.

Answer 3

In a democracy the people choose who represents them. In an oligarchy they are told the name of the person who is the head of the government. There is no elections in an oligarchy nor choice. The ruling class rules the government and is there for the benefit of themselves and not the common good of the people.

Answer 4

Apex. A. Government positions are open too many people. B, almost anyone can run for office. See, people elect the small group in power

Answer 5

Government positions are open to many people. People elect the small group in power. Almost anyone can run for office.

Answer 6

A oligarchy is ruled by a religious leader, but in a representative democracy leaders are chosen by the people.