The Definition
Groups in Democracy
Australia coat of arms
Symbol of democracy
Means that relate to Democracy
Freedom
Freedom is the ability to exercise choice: free will.
The power or right to act, speak or think as one wants
Liberty
Liberty is the right to exercise freedom. It lets us act, believe or express ourselves as we choose.
The state of being free within society from oppressive restrictions imposed by authority on one's way of life.
History
Deomcracy was successful and many other city-states adapted this type of government, but most only allowed free male adults to vote. but only if they owned their own houses or owned land.
This was inconvenient for the men to be always voting at the meeting place. So they picked a group of men who could do most of the voting and the rest only came when their was a really important vote.
Democracy In Australia
Democratic world
Democracy in Australia
Australia is one of the best democracies in the world.
Some of the strengths include:
* the system of responsible government where ministers in charge of certain areas have to be elected members of parliament.