Definition of Democracy

Democracy is not merely a form of government. It is also a form of a state as

well as a society. It is strongly associated with participation, competition, and
civil and political liberties. Making it the order of society. The term ‘democracy’
comes from the Greek word demokratia which means “rule of the people”. It
was coined from two words: demos that means “people” and Kratos which
refers to “power”. That is, in a democracy the power rests with the people.
Thus, literally means rule by the people, exercised either directly or through
elected representative. Led by Cleisthenes, Athenians established what is
generally held as the first democracy in 508–507 BC. Cleisthenes is referred
to as "the father of Athenian democracy”.
 Features of Democracy
 People Elected government
 There is no one party government in the country
 Power is vested from the common people
 The existence of Constitution
 Free elections
 Majority Rule
 Guarantees rights and freedoms
 Political Equality
 Participation of people in decision making process
 There is freedom of speech.
 There is freedom of speech.
 The principles of social equality and respect
for the individual within a community
 Government by consent of the people
 Rule of law.
 Open Society
 Importance of Public Opinion
 Role of opposition party.
2 Major Types of Democracies
Direct Democracy is based on the Ancient
form of government, refers to the rule of the
people, who directly participates in all
government activities. Citizens participate
directly in either holding office or making
policy (laws) as well as govern themselves.
 2 Major Types of Democracies
Indirect Democracy, otherwise known as
representative or republican democracy was
an innovation introduced by the Romans,
where citizens elect representatives who will
defend their interests in the government.
 Practice Task:
Since the Philippines is a democratic
state, illustrate prevailing democratic
practices in our country. Please be
guided by the rubric below and make a
poster that embodies following elements:
 Elements
A. Describe the Philippines as a democratic state by identifying at
least 6 democratic practices prevalent in the country.
B. You should show the type of democracy the Philippines have in
your poster.
C.Show how you shall participate in upholding democracy in our
country.
D.Give at least 2 advantages of having a democratic form of
government.
Category 5 4 3 2
Required The poster includes All required All but 1 of the Several required
Elements all required elements elements are required elements elements were
as well as additional included on the are included on the missing
information poster poster

Graphics- All graphics are All graphics are Several graphics Few graphics are
Relevance related to the topic related to the topic are related to the related to the
and make it easier to and most make it topic. topic.
understand easier to understand

Content - At least 6 accurate 4-5 accurate facts 2-3 accurate facts 1 accurate fact is
Accuracy facts are illustrated are illustrated on the are illustrated on illustrated on the
on the poster poster the poster poster

Attractive The poster is The poster is The poster is The poster is

ness exceptionally attractive in terms acceptably distractingly
attractive in terms of of design, layout, attractive though it messy or very
design, layout, and and neatness may be a bit messy poorly designed
neatness
 Reflective Questions:

Are your rights upheld in spite of the

Philippines being a democratic
country?
Reflective Questions:

What is the type of democracy

does the Philippines have?
Identification:
___________ 1. a society characterized by a flexible
structure, freedom of belief, and wide dissemination of 1. Role of opposition party.
information. 2. Majority Rule
___________ 2. Comprises one or more political parties or 3. Open Society
other organized groups that are opposed, primarily
ideologically, to the government.
4. Rule of law
___________ 3. The principle that the greater number 5. Free election
should exercise greater power:" a peaceful transition to 6. Guarantees rights and
majority rule would avoid bloodshed". freedoms
___________ 4.  The basic principles and laws of a nation, 7. Importance of Public Opinion
state, or social group that determine the powers and duties
of the government and guarantee certain rights to the
8. There is freedom of speech
people in it. 9. People Elected government
___________ 5. Refer to the extent to which citizens have 10.The existence of Constitution
an equal voice over governmental decisions. One of the 11.Political equality
bedrock principles in a democracy is the equal consideration
of the preferences and interests of all citizens.
___________ 6. Is a principle that supports the freedom of
an individual or a community to articulate their opinions and
ideas without fear of retaliation, censorship, or legal 1. Role of opposition party.
sanction. 2. Majority Rule
___________ 7. The political philosophy that all citizens and 3. Open Society
institutions within a country, state, or community are 4. Rule of law
accountable to the same laws, including lawmakers and
leaders.
5. Free election
6. Guarantees rights and
___________ 8. A government in which the supreme power
is vested in the people and exercised by them directly or freedoms
indirectly through a system of representation usually 7. Importance of Public Opinion
involving periodically held free elections. 8. There is freedom of speech
___________ 9. All adult citizens can vote in elections and 9. People Elected government
stand for office. Candidates for office are not in any way 10.The existence of Constitution
blocked from addressing the electorate.
11.Political equality
___________ 10. Is the state of being allowed to do what
you want to do.
 Read and analyze carefully the following statements. Identify if it is related to Direct
or Indirect Democracy. Write DD if the statement is related to Direct Democracy or
ID if it embodies Indirect Democracy on the space provided below.
_____ 11. Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012 was primarily authored by Rep. Susan
Yap, et.al address legal issues concerning online interactions and the Internet in the
Philippines.
_____ 12. In the past, Athenians would persecute an individual by casting a vote for
everyone to decide on ostracizing an alleged offender.
_____ 13. In 2012, Washington State D.C. of the USA allowed Same Sex Marriage
since 1,527,272 or (53%) voted Yes while 1,341,926 or (47%) of its citizen voted No.
_____ 14. Currently, there are on going protests for the Anti-Terrorism Law in the
country. Protesters cry for politicians to make amendments to the law.
_____ 15. Other initiatives in made in some of the states in the USA e.g. Washington
D.C. is legalizing marijuana.