Quote by Aung San Suu Kyi

Democracy is when the people keep a government in check.

Democracy is when the people keep a government in check.

Summary

This quote suggests that democracy is a political system in which the power lies with the people, who have the authority and ability to monitor, regulate, and hold the government accountable for their actions. It implies that citizens play an active role in ensuring that the government acts in their best interests and does not abuse its power. In essence, democracy is seen as a system of checks and balances, where the people act as a watchdog to prevent the government from becoming tyrannical or disregarding the will of the people.

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Government

By Aung San Suu Kyi

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