Characteristics, Examples, and Global Impact of Democratic States (Edexcel A-Level Politics): Flashcards

Govt elected thru free, fair, regular elections

Govt derives authority from consent of the governed

All citizens equally protected; govt bound by legal frameworks

Upholds rule of law, protects rights w/o govt interference

Parliament (legislative), executive, and judiciary

Freedom of speech, religion, and press

All adult citizens have the right to vote

Usually 18 years old

Holds govt accountable, enables info flow & diverse viewpoints

Election outcomes respected, power transfers peacefully

Military power constrained by need for unanimous consensus

Attractiveness to other democracies via shared values

More likely to join IGOs that mirror democratic values

Less likely; wide views respected via democratic institutions

India