Definition of democracy

Representation is real only when people can choose among free options. In exams, connect competition with representation.

Political equality includes political opportunity along with voting. In exams, remember both equal vote and equal opportunity.

Independent judiciary protects rights and rule of law. In exams, treat it as a supporting element of broader democracy.

Suppressing criticism prevents voters from forming free opinions. In exams, connect freedom of expression with democratic elections.

Elections give public opinion a formal process to form rule. In exams, understand public opinion through elections.

In democracy, elected representatives must have real decision-making power. In exams, write reality of authority as necessary.

Minority rights keep majority power within democratic limits. In exams, write balance between majority and rights.

Consent given under fear and pressure is not democratically free. In exams, write free consent as the basis of legitimacy.

Aware citizens make democratic elections more meaningful. In exams, connect awareness with free choice.

Accepting electoral results allows peaceful transfer of power. In exams, connect peaceful transfer with people's decision.

Accountability and the possibility of removal make representatives answerable to people. In exams, understand representatives as public servants.

Equal electoral rules protect fair competition. In exams, write equal opportunity as a condition of democratic elections.

In democracy, people are active participants, not mere spectators. In exams, write the active role of people.

Elections are a democratic means that turn people's will into rule. In exams, do not write elections as the final end.

Civil liberty makes elections real and meaningful. In exams, connect liberty with quality of elections.

A neutral institution strengthens credibility and equal opportunity in elections. In exams, connect it with fair elections.

Constitutional limits prevent even elected government from arbitrariness. In exams, write democracy as limited and accountable power.

Controlled information limits voters' free understanding. In exams, connect freedom of information with democratic choice.

In modern democracy, people usually rule through representatives. In exams, understand the difference between direct and representative rule.

The final test of democracy is people's free equal and real electoral power. In exams, remember this overall test.