Explore the Evolution of Democracy

The Evolution of Democracy

Democracy, the system of government where power is vested in the people, has evolved over thousands of years. It began in Ancient Greece, where citizens participated directly in political decisions. The concept of democracy later spread to Rome and eventually to modern political systems such as the United States and France.

Throughout history, the expansion of suffrage, the development of political parties, and the establishment of human rights have all contributed to the evolution of democracy. Explore this journey in this word search puzzle.

Did You Know?

• Ancient Athens is considered the birthplace of democracy, where citizens could vote on important decisions.
• The Roman Republic introduced the idea of elected representatives, which influenced modern representative democracies.
• The U.S. Constitution, adopted in 1787, established a democratic system based on checks and balances between branches of government.
• The expansion of voting rights to women and marginalized groups in the 20th century further expanded democracy worldwide.