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Two ways democracy works

Two ways democracy works

Comparison of direct democracy via a referendum and representative democracy via elections, MPs, Parliament and government Democracy means rule by the people, but modern states need institutions that turn public opinion into decisions. Legitimacy means people accept that a government has the recognised right to rule, even when they dislike a particular policy.

Democracy and participation Lesson

  1. AS Level
  2. /Politics
  3. /Democracy and participation

Step-by-step lessons covering Edexcel AS Level Politics Democracy and participation for AS Level Politics. Each lesson works through exam-style questions.

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