In contrast, the ancient Roman form was indirect, representative democracy. Representatives elected by eligible citizens made decisions on their behalf. This was the basic model enacted in the ...

To renew its democracy, Australia must make its system of government more representative, accountable and responsive to the needs of citizens. There is a need for a stronger focus on integrity in ...

This makes the UK a representative democracy. There are 650 MPs in the House of Commons. One MP for each geographical area they represent - their constituency. Most MPs represent a political party ...

also known as deliberative or participatory democracy. This involved male citizens participating equally and directly in political decisions. In contrast, the ancient Roman form was indirect, ...

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