Democracy : What is democracy?ed

dēmos 'people' and kratos 'rule.
Power in the hands of the people.

A system of government where the use of power derives its legitimacy from the people
The rule of the majority

Liberal Democracy allows citizens to elect their governing representatives. The criteria for citizenship and distribution of power have evolved at varying rates across nations, progressively encompassing more individuals. Key principles encompass freedom of speech and assembly, inclusivity, equality, citizenship, voting rights, the right to life, and protections for minority groups.