Democracy & Human Rights

Democracy and Human Rights

South Africa's constitutional democracy is founded on human dignity, equality, and freedom. The Constitution separates power between the legislature (Parliament), executive (President and Cabinet), and judiciary (courts) to prevent the abuse of power.

Example

Institutions Supporting Democracy

Constitutional Court: ensures laws comply with the Constitution. Public Protector: investigates government misconduct. South African Human Rights Commission: promotes and protects human rights. Independent Electoral Commission: manages free and fair elections.

Note

Remember

Democracy requires the rule of law, freedom of the press, an independent judiciary, and active citizens. When institutions are weakened by corruption, democracy itself is threatened.

Key Vocabulary

Constitutional democracyA system of government based on a supreme constitution that guarantees rights

Separation of powersDividing government into branches to prevent concentration of power

Chapter 9 institutionIndependent bodies established by the SA Constitution to support democracy

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