A democratic regime refers to a political system where power is held by the people, who exercise their authority through free and fair elections.
Imagine a school where students vote for their class president. The class president represents the voice of the students and makes decisions based on what the majority wants.
Rule of Law: This term refers to the principle that everyone, including government officials, must follow and be subject to the law.
Civil Liberties: These are individual rights and freedoms that are protected by law, such as freedom of speech and religion.
Separation of Powers: This concept involves dividing governmental powers among different branches (such as executive, legislative, and judicial) to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful.
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