WORLD CIVILIZATION

Detailed explanation-1: -The first known democracy in the world was in Athens. Athenian democracy developed around the fifth century B.C.E. The Greek idea of democracy was different from present-day democracy because, in Athens, all adult citizens were required to take an active part in the government.

Detailed explanation-2: -Demokratia (Greek: dēmokratía) 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.

Detailed explanation-3: -The play Antigone, by Sophocles, raises the theme of power struggles in the government as it specifically relates to ancient Greek democracy.

Detailed explanation-4: -The four most common systems of Ancient Greek Government were: Democracy-rule by the citizens of a city. Monarchy-rule by an individual who had inherited power. Oligarchy-rule by a select group of powerful or wealthy individuals.