The word democracy has been derived from the_____________language?
Correct answer: B. Greek
- A. French
- B. Greek
- C. Latin
- D. Arabic
Explanation
Democracy comes from the Greek words demos, meaning people, and kratos, meaning rule or power. Thus its literal sense is rule by the people, not a Latin or Arabic term.
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