10 Questions
What is the main purpose of civil society?
To create a group or association with one common interest
Which principle ensures the protection of minority rights in a democracy?
Majority rule
What is the primary source of political power in a democracy?
People
Which written document defines how the government works?
Constitution
What type of democracy involves direct participation of citizens in policy making?
Participatory democracy
What is the system of government in which citizens vote for representatives to make laws?
Representative democracy
What is the importance of participation in democracy?
It protects the rights of the minority
How does democracy help citizens?
It gives the citizen the opportunity to make decisions
What is the difference between participatory and representative democracy?
In participatory democracy, citizens directly participate in policy making
What is the role of civil society in a democracy?
To protect the rights of the minority
Test your knowledge on democracy and the protection of minority rights. Learn about the power dynamics between the majority and minority in democratic societies, particularly in relation to establishing private businesses.
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