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democracy

A political system in which the supreme power lies in a body of citizens who can elect people to represent them

representative democracy

Government in which the people elect those who govern and pass laws; also called a republic.

direct democracy

A form of government in which citizens rule directly and not through representatives

republic

A form of government in which the people select representatives to govern them and make laws.

limited government

A principle of constitutional government; a government whose powers are defined and limited by a constitution.

authoritarianism

A form of government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator (not restricted by a constitution or laws or opposition etc.)

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What is the difference between direct democracy and representative democracy?

In direct democracy, the people decide on policies without any intermediary or representative, whereas in a representative democracy people vote for representatives who then enact policy initiatives.

What is the main difference between a representative democracy and a direct democracy Brainly?

Answer. Answer: In a representative democracy people vote for representatives who then enact policy initiatives. In direct democracy, people decide on policies without any intermediary. ...

Which of the following best describes the difference between direct democracy and representative?

A representative democracy is a system of government where citizens elect representatives to vote on laws on their behalf. A direct democracy is one where citizens vote on every issue themselves. The key difference between the two systems is who is voting on laws, elected officials or the citizens.