Social Movements and the Democratic Dilemma: Expansion of Participation or Crisis of Representation? The global proliferation of social movements over the past few decades—ranging from the Arab Spring and Occupy Wall Street to India’s anti-corruption movement, Chile’s student protests, and France’s Yellow Vests—has sparked scholarly debate on whether these phenomena constitute a deepening of democracy … Continue reading Does the proliferation of social movements signify a democratic expansion of participatory political space, or does it reflect a structural erosion and declining legitimacy of representative institutions? Critically examine this duality with reference to theories of democratic engagement and empirical illustrations from diverse political contexts.
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To what extent do social movements contribute to the consolidation and deepening of democratic processes in developing societies?
To What Extent Do Social Movements Contribute to the Consolidation and Deepening of Democratic Processes in Developing Societies? Abstract Social movements have long been regarded as critical agents of political change, particularly in developing societies undergoing democratic transition or struggling with democratic consolidation. While much scholarly attention has focused on formal institutions such as elections, … Continue reading To what extent do social movements contribute to the consolidation and deepening of democratic processes in developing societies?