Understanding Democracy and Democratic Practices

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What is the origin of the word 'democracy'?

From the Greek words 'demos' and 'kratos' (correct)

From the Latin words 'populus' and 'potestas'

From the French words 'peuple' and 'pouvoir'

From the Italian words 'popolo' and 'potere'

What is the primary goal of democratic practices?

To create a more just society (correct)

To promote individual interests

To suppress minority opinions

To maintain the status quo

What is the right to vote also known as?

Suffrage (correct)

Franchise

Enfranchisement

Citizenship

What is the purpose of public assembly and consultation?

To promote public welfare Signup and view all the answers

Who has the right to participate in decisions that affect public welfare?

Citizens with a set of rights and responsibilities Signup and view all the answers

What is the law that ensures the people's right to peaceful assembly?

The Public Assembly Act of 1985 Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of holding public assemblies in public places?

To protest against or air grievances on certain issues Signup and view all the answers

What is the concept of democracy expressed by Thomas Jefferson in 1801?

Majority rule with reasonable consideration for minority rights Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a plebiscite?

To approve or reject a change in the Constitution Signup and view all the answers

What is the fundamental principle of democracy expressed by Thomas Jefferson?

The minority possesses equal rights Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of violating minority rights in a democracy?

Oppression Signup and view all the answers

What is the process of changing a constitutional provision?

By a plebiscite Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of democratic participation?

Participation without coercion or threat Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of citizens in a representative democracy?

Exercising political power through representatives Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of checks and balances in a democracy?

To prevent abuse of political power Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of citizens' participation in a democracy?

Change and adaptation Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of democracy in terms of human rights?

Promotion of human rights Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of political education in a democracy?

To educate citizens about state affairs Signup and view all the answers

In a representative democracy, who holds the sovereign power?

The citizens Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between representative and participatory democracy?

Level of citizen involvement Signup and view all the answers

In a direct democracy, who makes political decisions?

All eligible citizens Signup and view all the answers

What event in the Philippines is an example of participatory democracy?

EDSA People Power of 1986 Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of citizens in a representative democracy?

To elect representatives to make decisions Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the EDSA People Power of 1986 in the Philippines?

Toppeling of the dictatorial rule of President Ferdinand Marcos Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

What is Democracy?

Democracy is a form of government where the supreme power is vested in the people, exercised directly or through elected agents under a free electoral system.
It originates from the Greek words "demos" (people) and "kratos" (strength or power).

Democratic Practices

Suffrage or the right to vote allows people to exercise sovereignty by choosing candidates who will govern and serve them.
Public assembly and consultation, as protected by the Public Assembly Act of 1985, enables citizens to participate in decisions affecting public welfare.

Key Principles

Majority rule and minority rights ensure that the will of the majority prevails while protecting the rights of the minority.
Thomas Jefferson emphasized the importance of protecting minority rights in his 1801 inaugural address.

Conduct of Plebiscite

A plebiscite is an electoral process for approving or rejecting changes to the Constitution, ensuring that the people have a direct say in constitutional amendments.

Importance of Participation in Democracy

Democracy provides equality, checks and balances government power, and allows citizens to influence policies and laws through plebiscites and representative selection.

Forms of Democracy

Representative Democracy: citizens exercise power through elected representatives, delegating decision-making authority to them.
Participatory Democracy: encourages active citizen involvement in decision-making through popular assemblies and direct participation in policy-making.
Direct Democracy: citizens directly involve themselves in making political decisions, without representation.

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Test your knowledge of democracy and its practices. Learn about the origins of democracy, its principles, and how it is exercised in a society. This quiz covers the fundamentals of democratic systems and their applications.