Democracy Unveiled: Exploring Its Principles and Practices

The video tutorial explains democracy as a system where people rule. It covers the basic principles of democracy, including free and fair voting, equal vote weight, and majority rule. The tutorial distinguishes between direct democracy, where people make decisions directly, and representative democracy, where elected officials make decisions on behalf of the people. Direct democracy is exemplified by ancient Athens and modern referendums, while representative democracy involves choosing politicians through elections to represent the people's views.

What is the literal meaning of democracy?

• Rule by the government

• Rule by the people

• Rule by the elite

• Rule by the majority

Which principle is NOT a basic principle of democracy?

• Equality of votes

• Free and fair voting

• Rule by a single leader

• Majority rule

In which ancient city was direct democracy practiced?

• Carthage

• Athens

• Sparta

• Rome

What is a modern example of direct democracy?

• Judicial reviews

• Parliamentary debates

• Referendums

• Presidential elections

Why is direct democracy considered impractical in modern societies?

• Time and knowledge constraints

• Complexity of issues

• Lack of interest

• All of the above

What is another name for representative democracy?

• Participatory democracy

• Indirect democracy

• Direct democracy

• Absolute democracy

How are representatives chosen in a representative democracy?

• By appointment

• Through elections

• By random selection

• Through inheritance

What ensures that representatives remain accountable to voters?

• Regular elections

• Lifetime appointments

• Judicial oversight

• Fixed policies

What is the main difference between direct and representative democracy?

• The type of government

• The number of voters

• The level of public participation

• The decision-making process

In representative democracy, who makes decisions on behalf of the people?

• The executive branch

• The judiciary

• Elected representatives

• The general public