The Development of Democracy in Developing Countries: A Literature Review

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Literature review highlights key obstacles to democracy in developing countries, suggesting roles for non-state actors.

Weakness of political institutions and elite dominance are major obstacles to democratic consolidation.
Key findings indicate socio-economic inequality significantly hampers the democratization process.
Thematic synthesis of literature uncovers diverse dynamics of democracy, including both progress and decline.
Emphasizes the need for a contextual approach in understanding democratic practices unique to developing countries.

Samsidar Samsidar (2024) studied this question.

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