Chapter 2 · Sweden's democratic system
Vad betyder ordet demokrati?
What does the word democracy mean?
Correct answer: Rule by the people
Democracy means that power comes from the people. People must be able to influence shared decisions and replace those in power. The word comes from Greek.
Key words
demokrati · democracy
Source: UHR: Sverige i fokus, korrigerad 2026-08-10 · Tryckt s. 10, Demokrati betyder folkstyre; grekiskt ursprung
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Why this option does not fit
Kungastyre
Rule by a monarch places power with a monarch, rather than the people.
Fåtalsvälde
Rule by a few means power belongs to a small group.
Rättsstat
The rule of law means power is exercised under the law; it is a related concept.