republiky
Republiky are a category of states in which the supreme power is held by the people and their elected representatives rather than a monarch. The term is derived from Latin res publica, “the public thing” or “the people’s affairs.” In most republics government authority operates within a constitution that limits powers, protects basic rights, and establishes the rule of law.
Core features commonly associated with republics include regular elections, accountability for leaders, and a separation of
Types of republics vary by how powers are distributed. Parliamentary republics typically have a largely ceremonial
Historically, republics arose in ancient civilizations and were revived in the modern era through Enlightenment thought