Exam 18: Transitions to Democracy

Where is the Balkan Peninsula?

It is not simplistic to assume that overthrowing autocratic regimes will lead to democracy.

The process by which democracy takes root and becomes formalized is called consolidation.

Which former Prime Minister of Pakistan wrote a book on the struggle between Muslim factions and explained how this struggle could have profound implications on Pakistan's democracy?

A large group of protestors march in front of the legislature to protest anti-democratic policies concerning privacy rights of citizens.In which way is this a sign of a healthy liberal democracy?

What explanation would Francis Fukuyama most likely give for the difficulty in establishing liberal democracies in Iraq or Afghanistan?

Which statement best summarizes the fundamental argument in Hernando do Soto's work?

The phenomenon of strong and parochial ties between ethnic,religious,and national groups that leads to the disintegration of the political order due to conflict among such groups is called Balkanization.

Another word for the successful transition to democracy is democratization.

Who wrote The Mystery of Capital?

Why is it so difficult to build democracies throughout the world? What institutions would be necessary to enhance democracy?

Which term refers to the successful transition to democracy?

Explain why free and fair elections are so important for democratization.Offer an example of an election that has helped a country make a transition to democracy.

The realm of organized social life that is open,voluntary,self-generating,and autonomous from the state is known as ___________.

Is the transition to liberal democracy enhanced or undermined by globalization? Does democracy need a capitalist economic system?

The Tamil Tigers are a secessionist movement in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.