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Understanding Direct Democracy by PRAVIN A/L N RAMAKRISHNAN - is a document available to read on EtoBox.

Direct democracy is a form of government where citizens vote directly on policy initiatives and issues. In ancient Athens, citizens voted directly on all laws and policies, though modern direct democracies like Switzerland only allow direct voting on around 5% of laws. There is evidence that direct democratic initiatives improve quality of life and happiness for citizens. Polls in Australia and the UK found high levels of public support for referendums and direct democracy.

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PRAVIN A/L N RAMAKRISHNAN -

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EN