Democracy and Participation
An exploration of the nature of democracy in the UK, including direct and representative democracy. Students will evaluate the current state of political participation and the franchise.
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An exploration of the nature of democracy in the UK, including direct and representative democracy. Students will evaluate the current state of political participation and the franchise.
Key Questions
- What are the key features of representative democracy?
- Is there a participation crisis in the UK?
- How has the franchise been extended over time?
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