Benjamin Constant: Liberalism and Democracy

Benjamin Constant

19th-century thinker advocating liberalism and democracy.

Liberalism

Political ideology emphasizing individual freedoms and rights.

Individual Freedoms

Rights allowing personal autonomy and self-determination.

Limited Government

Government restricted in power to protect individual rights.

Constitutional Monarchy

Government system with monarch's powers limited by constitution.

Ancient Freedom

Collective political power through direct democracy participation.

Modern Freedom

Focus on individual rights and private life.

Social Control

Ancient societies prioritized community over individual autonomy.

Representative Democracy

Government where elected officials represent citizens' interests.

Direct Democracy

Citizens directly participate in decision-making processes.

Civic Duty

Obligation of citizens to participate in governance.

Commercial Society

Modern society characterized by trade and economic activities.