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What is the position of a citizen in a modern liberal democracy? A modern liberal democracy is the common title given to those states which broadly follow a liberal tradition that can be traced back to the eighteenth century. There are two central principles, or requirements, of a liberal democracy. Firstly the government (central governing body) must be based on the consent of the people, secondly, that this central governing body is responsible for the people of its state. Examples of additions to this basic principle of liberal democracy, thus making it more acceptable in a more modern world, are things like broadening the franchise (broadening the range of people that decide the government.) In all states or societies, systems may vary. However, there are several basic principles that must be maintained in all liberal democracies. The principles are outlined below. Firstly, as stated above, the people must elect the governing body. These...

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