Types of Democracy and Their Features

The video explores various forms of democracy, including direct, representative, constitutional, parliamentary, presidential, economic, hybrid, liberal, participatory, and social democracy. Each type is explained with its unique characteristics, advantages, and contexts where it is most effective. The video emphasizes the importance of public participation, accountability, rights protection, and balancing power to ensure fair governance.

In which type of democracy do citizens vote directly on laws and policies?

• Direct Democracy

• Representative Democracy

• Parliamentary Democracy

• Presidential Democracy

What is a key feature of representative democracy?

• There is no need for elections

• Leaders are chosen to make decisions on behalf of citizens

• It is only suitable for small communities

• Citizens vote on every issue

What ensures that no one has unchecked power in a constitutional democracy?

• The Constitution

• The President

• The Prime Minister

• The Parliament

In a parliamentary democracy, who is typically chosen by the majority party in Parliament?

• The Chief Justice

• The President

• The Prime Minister

• The Speaker

How is the president elected in a presidential democracy?

• By the Parliament

• Separately from the Parliament

• By the Prime Minister

• By the Supreme Court

What is the main goal of economic democracy?

• To increase government control over businesses

• To reduce economic inequality

• To eliminate taxes

• To centralize economic decisions

What does hybrid democracy combine?

• Parliamentary and presidential democracy

• Liberal and participatory democracy

• Economic and social democracy

• Direct and representative democracy

What is a primary focus of liberal democracy?

• Military strength

• Centralized government control

• Economic growth

• Protecting individual rights and freedoms

How does participatory democracy differ from just voting in elections?

• It is only applicable in small communities

• It focuses solely on economic issues

• It eliminates the need for elections

• It involves citizens in decision-making processes

What does social democracy aim to address while respecting democratic values?

• Military expansion

• Economic and social inequalities

• Technological advancements

• Cultural diversity