Liberal Democracy
/ˈlɪbərəl dɪˈmɑːkrəsi/
Definitions
- (n.) A political system combining representative democracy with the protection of individual liberties and rule of law.
The country's constitution enshrines liberal democracy as its governing principle.
- (n.) A system ensuring free and fair elections, separation of powers, and protection of human rights under the law.
Liberal democracy requires an independent judiciary to safeguard citizens' rights.
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Commentary
In legal contexts, liberal democracy emphasizes the coexistence of democratic governance with legal protections for individual freedoms and institutional checks.
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