http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gsr.2023(VIII-II).36
10.31703/gsr.2023(VIII-II).36
Published : Jun 2023
Democracy and Inequality: A Comparative Analysis of Political System and Social Disparities
This comprehensive analysis delves into the complex relationship between democracy and inequality, exploring their interplay within diverse political systems. Through theoretical perspectives, comparative case studies, and policy implications, the study uncovers the multifaceted dynamics that shape social disparities. It reveals that while democracy strives for equitable representation, persistent inequalities challenge its ideals. Case studies from the United States, Nordic countries, Brazil, and Pakistan offer insights into how economic, social, and political factors intertwine within democratic frameworks. Challenges such as populism, globalization, and governance instability intersect the pursuit of equitable societies. The analysis concludes with policy recommendations, underscoring the intricate balance between democracy and inequality in shaping the path toward more inclusive governance.
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Democracy, Inequality, Political Systems, Social Disparities, Comparative Analysis
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(1) Imran Rafique
Ph.D. Scholar, Center for South Asian Studies, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
(2) Ameena Nasim
Visiting Lecturer, Punjab University, Lahore, Pakistan.
(3) Rahat Shabbir
MPhil Scholar, Centre for South Asian Studies, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan
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APA : Rafique, I., Nasim, A., & Shabbir, R. (2023). Democracy and Inequality: A Comparative Analysis of Political System and Social Disparities. Global Sociological Review, VIII(II), 351-362. https://doi.org/10.31703/gsr.2023(VIII-II).36
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CHICAGO : Rafique, Imran, Ameena Nasim, and Rahat Shabbir. 2023. "Democracy and Inequality: A Comparative Analysis of Political System and Social Disparities." Global Sociological Review, VIII (II): 351-362 doi: 10.31703/gsr.2023(VIII-II).36
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HARVARD : RAFIQUE, I., NASIM, A. & SHABBIR, R. 2023. Democracy and Inequality: A Comparative Analysis of Political System and Social Disparities. Global Sociological Review, VIII, 351-362.
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MHRA : Rafique, Imran, Ameena Nasim, and Rahat Shabbir. 2023. "Democracy and Inequality: A Comparative Analysis of Political System and Social Disparities." Global Sociological Review, VIII: 351-362
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MLA : Rafique, Imran, Ameena Nasim, and Rahat Shabbir. "Democracy and Inequality: A Comparative Analysis of Political System and Social Disparities." Global Sociological Review, VIII.II (2023): 351-362 Print.
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OXFORD : Rafique, Imran, Nasim, Ameena, and Shabbir, Rahat (2023), "Democracy and Inequality: A Comparative Analysis of Political System and Social Disparities", Global Sociological Review, VIII (II), 351-362
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TURABIAN : Rafique, Imran, Ameena Nasim, and Rahat Shabbir. "Democracy and Inequality: A Comparative Analysis of Political System and Social Disparities." Global Sociological Review VIII, no. II (2023): 351-362. https://doi.org/10.31703/gsr.2023(VIII-II).36