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This study guide covers democratization, focusing on its seven key characteristics: free and fair elections, competitive elections, government transparency, political and civil rights, independent judiciary, elected officials with authority, and rule of law. It examines these characteristics in several countries, including Mexico, Nigeria, Russia, China, and the UK, comparing emerging and established democracies with authoritarian regimes. The guide also explores democratic consolidation and backsliding, democratic waves, and provides practice questions and exam tips.
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Question 1 of 11
Democratization is best described as the process by which regimes incorporate ๐ or ๐๐พ\u200dโ๏ธ, incorporate more of the seven characteristics of democracy into their political systems. Which of the following is a key aspect of this process?
A linear progression towards democracy
A complete and immediate transformation to democracy
An uneven process with potential setbacks
A process that only involves free and fair elections