Democratic transition

Definition

A democratic transition refers to a process in which a country moves from an authoritarian or non-democratic regime to a democratic form of government, usually through peaceful means. It involves the establishment of democratic institutions, the protection of civil liberties and human rights, and the inclusion of free and fair elections.

Related terms

Authoritarian regime: An authoritarian regime is characterized by strong central power held by an individual or small group without any meaningful accountability or representation for citizens.

Civil liberties: Civil liberties are fundamental rights and freedoms that individuals possess as citizens, such as freedom of speech, assembly, religion, and privacy.

Human rights: Human rights refer to basic entitlements every individual should have simply because they are human beings, including the right to life, liberty, equality, and freedom from discrimination.