What three things are needed for democracy to work?

Answer 1

There is a large debate in a few subfields on this specific question. In general, some accounts of what is necessary for democracy include:

• Modernisation: an economy which is increasingly developed and includes modern amenities.
• Democratic political culture: the potential citizens of a democracy must share the norms and values of a democratic society.
• Education and development of cognitive rationalism: as populations become increasingly intelligent, they demand democracy.

Answer 2

While this depends on the type of "democracy" practice, at its most basic level, a "democratic" nation would necessarily feature its citizenship participating in government.

The nature and scope of civil participation in government would vary considerably under various types of democracies.

Under Athenian Democracy (also known as direct democracy): Citizens would be, often against their will, required to vote directly on policy. Socrates was put to death as a result of civil consensus.

Most modern "democracies" are best categorised as "representative democracies" whereby a government that represents the people is voted in by those entitled to do so under law (usually eligible citizens though this can be conferred through inheritance). Such systems are also called "Liberal Democracies," though this may be criticised as Anglo-centric in its nomenclature.

In any case, in the modern sense of the word, the participation required by the democracy and demanded of the citizen varies considerably. In Australia for example, voting is compulsory for those who are eligible to vote; in this case, Australian "democracy" places upon her citizens an obligation to participate whilst most representative democracies leave the citizen the option to vote.

Usually, "democracies" also feature:

- a multiple party system of governance in which the opposition party or a coalition can (preferably has and shall again) form government

- universal suffrage at a pre-determined age (usually between 18-21) with only reasonable restrictions

- systems which allow the individual citizen to directly participate in government with only reasonable restrictions

- "Separation of powers" between the legislative, executive and interpretive realms of government

- the civil incorporation of at least the main ideals of neo-Libertarianism, such as the presumption of innocence; freedom of the press; freedom of assembly; freedom of contract; private propriety to name a few.

Contrary to popular myths, a democratic system of government does not necessitate that the nation be any type of republic.

In fact, the maintenance of a monarchy is seen as a better system of ensuring democratic practices by many. The British Commonwealth for instance, mandates liberal democratic systems of governance amongst her members. Most modern non-democratic governments are indeed republics: DPRK, China, and Vietnam to name but a few.

Of the three countries of the former French Indo-China, the two that became republics are the same two that went on to form single party systems of government, that is Vietnam and Laos. Cambodia reinstated its monarchy after a devastating fling with republicanism and is the only country that at least maintains the façade of a democratic governance.

Thailand, a very strong monarchy, will never become a republic and is a country that does change government (albeit clumsily and sometimes even bloodily).

Answer 3

For Democracy (or Republic preferred, both with term limits) to work a country needs...... (1) a free press (2) the "rule of law" (3) ease to set-up a business (4) low taxes (total city, state and federal taxes under 25% of income for all citizens) and a balanced government budget (5) a strong currency (tied to gold if your reserve bank is not honest) (6) and individual property rights.

No country has ever had long term success in increasing the standard of living for its citizens without these above 6 principles being followed. Sorry, but three things will not get the job done. A country needs all six.

A weak currency means a weak recovery; and no country or economy has ever recovered with lowering taxes and reducing government spending. Doing just one doesn't work. Unfortunately most, 80%, of politicians and economists do not understand or follow these principles, and especially Presidents; Jefferson and Reagan were exceptions. DD

Answer 4

representatives should make laws. regular elections should be held. individual rights should be protected.

Answer 5

Right to vote their candidate,have the free and fair election , no country should be allowed to invade other country illegly.