La democracia parlamentaria
Example: La democracia parlamentaria garantiza la representación ciudadana efectiva.
Definition
"La democracia parlamentaria" is a system of government where the executive branch derives its legitimacy from, and is accountable to, the legislature or parliament. It ensures effective citizen representation through elected representatives who debate and decide on laws and policies.
Etymology
The term "la democracia parlamentaria" combines the Spanish words 'democracia,' meaning democracy, which originates from the Greek 'dēmokratía' meaning 'rule by the people,' and 'parlamentaria,' from 'parlamento,' derived from the Old French 'parlement,' referring to a formal discussion or assembly. Did you know? The concept evolved in medieval Europe where assemblies of nobles and commoners began influencing royal decisions, eventually shaping modern parliamentary democracy.
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the parliamentary democracy