Explain the difference between direct and representative democracy.
Class 7Social ScienceFrom the Rulers to the Ruled – Types of Government
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In direct democracy, all citizens directly participate in making decisions and laws, which is possible in small communities.
However, in representative democracy, citizens elect representatives who then make decisions on their behalf.
Most modern democracies, like India and the USA, follow representative democracy, where elections are held periodically to choose lawmakers and leaders.