what is demokratia
Demokratia (Greek: Î´Î·Î¼Î¿ÎºÏÎ±ÏÎ¯Î±) is a direct democracy, as opposed to the modern representative democracy. It was used in ancient Greece, most notably Athens, and began its use around 500 BCE. In a participant government, citizens who wish to have a say in government can participate in it.