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Democracy - A short introduction

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There are many forms of government in the world. One of the most common forms is democracy. In this lesson you will see what it takes to make a democracy work and why it gives its people so many freedoms and protections.

Democracy stays strong because of the poeple. It is the responsibility of each and every person within it to work to ensure its success. This is done by active particiapation by being a part of the government, holding the government accountable and voting.  These freedoms are there for all people and make a people free.

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