Democratic Process and Practices | General Studies

Democracy is the government in which the highest power is held by the people. Historical development of democracy Democracy originated in Greece in the city of Athens in the 6th century B.C. People exercised power directly to the government. They were making decisions and opinions together. Process of democratization in Tanzania Before colonialism, Tanzania was ruled by kings . For example, Mkwawa ruled the Hehe and Milambo ruled the Nyamwezi. When the colonists invaded Tanzania, they established democracy and many political parties were formed. Among the parties formed were TANU, AMNUT and UTP. It was in 1965, when Tanzania banned all political party, only remained TANU. But in 1992, Tanzania restored multi-party system. Political Parties such as CCM, CUF and NCCR-MAGEUZI were formed and participated in the 1995 General Election. Role of the government in democratic process 1. Educating citizens about democracy Government educate people about democracy. Also, it motivate...