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Which direct democracy tool allows citizens to propose new laws or amendments by collecting a required number of signatures for a public vote?

AReferendum

BRecall

CInitiative

DPlebiscitate

Answer:

C. Initiative

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Direct Democracy 

  • Direct Democracy, also known as pure democracy, is a system in which citizens participate directly in the decision-making process.

  • This means that citizens can vote on laws, policies, and other important matters without the involvement of elected representatives.

  • Direct Democracy is often used in small communities or organizations where all members have an equal say in decision-making

Referendum:

  • A direct vote by citizens on a specific issue or proposed law.

  • Purpose: To approve or reject a policy, law, or constitutional change.

  • Example: In 2016, the UK held a Brexit referendum where citizens voted to leave the European Union (52% voted “Leave”).


Initiative:

  • Citizens propose new laws or amendments by collecting a required number of signatures, which then go to a public vote.

  • Purpose: Allows citizens to introduce legislation directly.

  • Example: In California, USA, Proposition 13 (1978) was a citizen-initiated measure that reduced property taxes after gathering enough signatures.

Recall:

  • Voters can remove an elected official before their term ends through a petition and vote.

  • Example: In 2003, California voters recalled Governor Gray Davis and elected Arnold Schwarzenegger.

Plebiscite

  • A plebiscite is a direct vote by citizens to express their opinion on a major issue, often non-binding, to guide government decisions

Direct Public Vote:

  • Citizens vote on a specific question or issue.

  • Example: In 1998, Australia held a plebiscite to decide whether to replace the monarchy with a republic (55% voted to keep the monarchy).

Non-Binding:

  • Results are usually advisory, not legally enforceable, but influence government policy.

  • Example: In 2017, Australia’s plebiscite on same-sex marriage (61.6% voted “Yes”) led to Parliament legalizing it.


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