demokraattisuutta
Demokraattisuus is a Finnish term that translates roughly to "democraticness" or the quality of being democratic. It refers to the characteristics, principles, and practices that define a democratic system of governance, including participation, equality, rule of law, and respect for individual rights. The concept is central to discussions of democratic theory within Finland and in broader comparative political science.
In Finnish political discourse, demokraattisuus is often used to assess how closely institutions and political practices
Historically, the rise of demokraattisuus in Finland began in the early 20th century with the establishment
Comparative studies link demokraattisuus to indices of political freedom and participatory governance worldwide. Indicators such as