Principles, Processes, and Procedures for Democratic Participation (Grade 11 NSC Matric Life Orientation): Flashcards
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Public participation
Public participation
Getting involved in decisions/services affecting your community
Petition
Petition
Formal written request asking government to take action
Governance
Governance
How a country/organisation is controlled and managed
Rule of law
Rule of law
Protects human rights, keeps citizens safe, resolves disputes fairly
Transparency in government
Transparency in government
Government must be open with public, not hide its actions
Representation
Representation
Having people speak or act on your behalf
Proportional representation
Proportional representation
Parties get seats based on % of votes received
Accountability
Accountability
Those in power must take responsibility for their actions
6 ways to participate in democracy
6 ways to participate in democracy
Vote, stand for election, join orgs, meetings, taxes, protest
Co-operative governance
Co-operative governance
Different govt levels work together; citizens have say in policy
