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The political structures of the Great Powers: liberal democracies in Britain and France and autocracies in Germany, Russia and Austria-Hungary; the effect of political structures on decision-making.
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Great Powers: Britain, Germany, France, Russia and Austria-Hungary, c1890–1900
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Great Powers: Britain, Germany, France, Russia and Austria-Hungary, c1890–1900
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The political structures of the Great Powers: liberal democracies in Britain and France and autocracies in Germany, Russia and Austria-Hungary; the effect of political structures on decision-making
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Which of the following countries was a liberal democracy in the late 19th century?
Direct answer
Britain was a liberal democracy in the late 19th century, characterized by a parliamentary system and regular elections.
Key terms
- Liberal Democracy: A political system characterized by free and fair elections, the rule of law, and the protection of individual rights.
- Autocracy: A system of government in which one person or a small group holds absolute power, often without constitutional accountability.
Common trap
Confusing autocracies with democracies: Ensure to distinguish between the centralized power in autocracies and the pluralistic nature of democracies.
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