Civics Democracy Words and Concepts

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• Democracy A way of governing where the people have the power to make decisions, either directly or through elected representatives
• Dictatorship A system where one person or a small group has all the power and makes decisions without the people’s consent.
• Constitution The highest set of laws and rules that explain how a country is run and what rights people have.
• Representative democracy A type of democracy where people vote for representatives (politicians or parties) to make decisions for them.
• Direct democracy A type of democracy where people vote directly on laws or decisions instead of choosing representatives.
• Political rights Rights that allow people to take part in politics, such as voting, joining parties, or running for office.
• Freedom of expression The right to say, write, or share your opinions, as long as you do not spread hate or lies.
• Freedom of assembly The right to meet with others in groups, join protests, or create associations.
• Majority rule The principle that the option with the most votes wins, while still respecting the rights of others.
• Minority rights Protections for smaller groups in society so they are treated fairly, even if the majority disagrees with them.
• Equality before the law The idea that everyone must follow the same laws and has the same legal rights, no matter who they are.
• Human rights Basic rights and freedoms that every person has, such as the right to life, equality, and free speech.
• Participation Taking part in decision-making or activities that affect society, such as voting, protesting, or joining a group.

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