Characteristics of Democracy

UNIVERSAL SUFFRAGE

Characteristics of Democracy

INFORMED PUBLIC

SECRET BALLOT ELECTION

FAIR & EQUAL REPRESENTATION

INTEREST/LOBBY GROUPS

This is important to a liberal democracy because all members of a nation are equally and undoubtedly represented. It also makes it more accurate in representing the will of the majority.

This is important because it ensures that all views within a country are expressed making it easier to accurately represent the will of the majority.

This is important because if the people of a nation are informed of the beliefs each party has it makes it easier to choose those who have their best interests in mind.

This is important because it eliminates bias and allows individuals to answer genuinely. As a result citizens are not influenced into a decision.

This is important to a liberal democracy because it brings light to views that are not represented and these groups bring attention to them.

The right for every adult to vote regardless of race, ethnicity, or sex

The public is informed of party agendas and beliefs making it easier for voters to choose a party that accurately represents their views & beliefs.

Different regions of and nation are equally represented by members of parliament both fairly & equally. No region is under or overrepresented.

A method of voting wherein all votes are cast in secret, so that voters are not influenced by any other individuals.

A group of persons working on behalf of or strongly supporting a particularly cause, such as an industry or an item of legislation often representing minority groups.

Importance to a Liberal Democracy

Importance to a Liberal Democracy

Importance to a Liberal Democracy

Importance to a Liberal Democracy

Importance to a Liberal Democracy

Social 30-1 Per.4By: Salado Sarhan & Diane Vergara

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