Current systems of representative and direct democracy (Edexcel A-Level Politics): Quizzes
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Practise the questions
12 questions from this quiz
What is the source of legitimacy in both direct and representative democracy?
What is the source of legitimacy in both direct and representative democracy?
Consent of the governed
How is accountability achieved in direct democracy?
How is accountability achieved in direct democracy?
Through direct votes on issues
Which mechanisms are used in direct democracy?
Which mechanisms are used in direct democracy?
Referendums, initiatives & plebiscites
What is a disadvantage of direct democracy mentioned in the note?
What is a disadvantage of direct democracy mentioned in the note?
Potential for majoritarian tyranny
Which example illustrates representative democracy?
Which example illustrates representative democracy?
UK parliamentary system
What is an advantage of representative democracy?
What is an advantage of representative democracy?
Representatives can develop expertise
What is a disadvantage of representative democracy?
What is a disadvantage of representative democracy?
Disconnection from constituents
How often can participation occur in direct democracy?
How often can participation occur in direct democracy?
Frequent, multiple times each year
When do citizens typically participate in representative democracy?
When do citizens typically participate in representative democracy?
Regular election cycles every few years
What does direct democracy require from the electorate?
What does direct democracy require from the electorate?
Well-informed & engaged citizens
For which populations is representative democracy more feasible?
For which populations is representative democracy more feasible?
Larger, more diverse populations
What role do representatives play in representative democracy?
What role do representatives play in representative democracy?
Intermediaries translating public will