Our Democratic Government

Our Democratic Government

How we are governed

Multiple Choice

What is the 'constitution'?

• A set of rules governing an organization

• A set of rules for SOME people and organization.

• A set of rules for only bad people.

• A set of rules governing animals.

How we are Governed

• Public Meeting- 1765

• Legislative Assembly-1854

• Crown Colony - 1871

• Elective principle- 1936

• Universal Adult Suffrage- 1954

• Quasi-Ministerial System- 1960

• Self-government-1964

How we are governed (continued)

Independence- 1981: Belize achieved political independence from Britain. The elected government has full responsibility over the affairs our country. The Governor was replaced by the Governor-General, who must be a Belizean national.

Open Ended

Which of these forms of government do you think were democratic?

What do we mean by a democratic government?

The democratic process

• What do we mean by a 'secret ballot'?

• Explain the process of voting.

• how often do local elections take place?

Democracy

A democratic government is one that is elected by the people. Belize is a democratic nation, where the government is elected by the people. This means that people's representatives make decisions for the good of everyone and work together so that objectives are achieved.