Legitimacy is a term used by governments to recognize another regime. A government can obtain legitimacy in several ways. For example, allowing people to participate in government having representatives shows signs of legitimacy. Also, having a codified law that is referred to shows signs of a "higher law" which is another way to obtain legitimacy.
A legitimacy is seen as a state or government being accepted and recognized by the law and by the people - to have power and the right to rule.
The law. That law can be imposed by the ruler (Despotism) or by the people (Democracy).
The legitimacy of the government of the United States rests upon the Constitution. It is the ultimate law of the land.
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It is respected, as leaders are accountable to the people.
Reinforcing Afghan accountability and legitimacy.
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It is important, as it gives the government legitimacy. ~ APEX
Abiding by international law promotes a welcoming environment for foreign investment and gives diplomatic legitimacy.
Reinforcing Afghan accountability and legitimacy
Legitimacy : The quality or fact of being legitimate Being in compliance with the law; lawful Authority The power to enforce laws, exact obedience, command, determine, or judge.