What is the difference between democratic and non-democratic forms of government?

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Explanation:

First, explain different features of democratic and non-democratic governments in comparison.

Provide examples of both forms of government.

Answer:

Democratic Government Non-Democratic Government

People exercise their decision-making power through their elected representatives in the government. Power is inherited by a hereditary ruler or taken by force by a dictator or the military.

Rulers are subject to law. Rulers are superior and above law.

Rights and freedoms are respected and enforced legally. Rights and freedoms are restricted.

Example: Democracy. Example: Dictatorship, Absolute Monarchy.

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Democratic Government	Non-Democratic Government
People exercise their decision-making power through their elected representatives in the government.	Power is inherited by a hereditary ruler or taken by force by a dictator or the military.
Rulers are subject to law.	Rulers are superior and above law.
Rights and freedoms are respected and enforced legally.	Rights and freedoms are restricted.
Example: Democracy.	Example: Dictatorship, Absolute Monarchy.