Main Principles of Democracy
What is the definition of democracy
A democracy is a system of government where the people have the power to choose their representatives in government
How many branches of government are there?
Three
What date was the Constitution passed?
December 6th, 1978
What are rights?
Rights are what we are entitled to do or have. Everyone must respect them
Democracy is a greek word that means what...?
What are the three branches of government?
Executive, legislative, judicial
The Constitution was passed by majority vote in a ....?
Referendum
What are responsibilities?
What are the SIX main principles of democracy
Equality, control of power, political participation, political freedom, national sovereignty, the law
What is the role (job) of the judiciary?
The administration of justice
What is a constitution?
A set of rules that all the people and the government must follow to ensure everyone is treated fairly
What is a minority?
A group of people from a certain religion, race, language, nationality, who live in a country where the majority of people belong to a different race, religion, etc
What does equality mean?
All citizens are equal and have the same rights regardless of their gender, religion, political opinion or other status
What is the role (job) of the legislature?
To pass laws and to control the government
The Spanish Constitution recognizes four principles. What are the four principles?
Freedom, justice, equality, political pluralism
access to education, express opinions, be free from degrading treatment
respect the laws, pay taxes, take care of the elderly
What is political participation?
people choose their representatives by voting in elections
What is the purpose of separation of powers?
It prevents any one branch or person from exercising too much power
What is a Tribunal Constitucional?
A special court that makes sure that all new laws respect the Constitution
What is the right of participation?
Citizens have the right to get involved in political, economic and social life