Answer to Question #208139 in Sociology for Hangwy

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Discuss what is meant by democracy in ancient (Greek) times

Answer 1

Discuss what is meant by democracy in ancient (Greek) times

The phrase democracy originated from the ancient Greece on the basis that the citizens of a given county should be directly or indirectly involved in governance and leadership. Democracy originated in Greek based on its profound worlds combined together, "demos" that stand for people and "kratos" that stands for rule. By actively practicing democracy, a citizen of a country can vie for leadership position and be part of the government or by indirectly involving in leadership through electing representatives.