alleryA system mixing representative and direct elements, such as Switzerland, is called what?
ASemi-direct democracy
BAbsolute monarchy
CPresidential rule
DAristocratic rule
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Semi-direct democracy
1. Some mostly representative democracies rely heavily on direct action.
2. These are termed semi-direct or participatory democracies, and Switzerland is an example.
3. Absolute monarchy and aristocracy are not democratic forms.
_Source: Wikipedia, Democracy, Semi-direct_
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