Democracy or Dictatorship

People are free to join clubs, parties and other associations.

• Democracy

• Dictatorship

There is not too much control over the books, films, plays and other public performances that people can enjoy.

• Democracy

• Dictatorship

There is just one leader (or a small ruling group) who has not usually been elected – or not for a long time.

• Democracy

• Dictatorship

Several political parties exist to represent a wide range of views.

• Democracy

• Dictatorship

People have their rights and freedoms recognised.

• Democracy

• Dictatorship

Worship may be made difficult, with churches and other holy buildings sometimes being closed down or raided by the police.

• Democracy

• Dictatorship

Newspapers are free to print their stories and can criticise the government or its members without fear of being closed down.

• Democracy

• Dictatorship

The police and army may be used to check for any signs of protest.

• Democracy

• Dictatorship

Political parties are elected by the people in free, fair and regular elections.

• Democracy

• Dictatorship

People will be expected to show how much they like the dictator in charge, whose picture will displayed regularly.

• Democracy

• Dictatorship