Democratic Principle

A Democratic Principle is a political principle that encompasses the fundamental guidelines and practices essential for the functioning and maintenance of a democracy.

• Context:
  • It can be associated with a Democracy Measure.
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• Example(s):
  • citizen participation, equality, accountability, transparency, and political tolerance.
  • multi-party system, control over the abuse of power, freedom of economy, a bill of rights, and the protection of human rights.
  • free and fair elections, maintain an independent judiciary, facilitate the peaceful transfer of power, and uphold the rule of law.
  • The principle of Free and Fair Elections ensures that elections in a democracy are not mere facades but are competitive and open to all citizens.
  • The Rule of Law principle in democratic systems mandates that laws apply equally to all individuals, including those in positions of power.
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• Counter-Example(s):
  • Authoritarian Principle
  • Kingdom Principle
• See: Political System, Human Rights, Constitutional Democracy.

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