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democracy
3 questions tagged democracy — spanning every one of the seven Ws.
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What is a referendum?
A referendum is a direct vote in which the entire electorate decides on a specific question or proposal rather than electing representatives.
politicsdemocracy
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What was ostracism in ancient Athens?
Ostracism was a political process in Athens that could exile a citizen for 10 years without a criminal trial. It was meant to protect the democracy from would-be tyrants.
Ancient GreeceDemocracy
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What was the Pnyx in ancient Athens?
The Pnyx was the assembly hill where Athenian citizens met to vote and debate. It was one of the most important political spaces in classical democracy.
Ancient GreeceDemocracy