Characteristics of ancient Greek democratic system

1, civilian priority, civilian regime. Citizens are harmonious and their interests are generally the same. The citizens who make up the city-state, no matter how different their origins, status and responsibilities are, are all the same kind of people in a sense. Except slaves, foreigners, exiles and women, all citizens directly manage the country;

2. Power constraints. Citizens directly decide relevant laws and policies through assembly. Every free man in the polis is a citizen, and the public is presided over by the consul they elected. The citizens' assembly composed of all citizens decides the important affairs of the city-state by direct democratic voting.

3. the law is supreme. The political system in Athens strictly implements the rule of law, and the rule of man is absolutely forbidden. Before taking office, every official must swear that he will be a fair and lawful politician and will never accept gifts from his position. If they accept something, they will set up a golden statue that will be remembered forever;

4. Civic awareness. Citizen participation is not limited to assembly, but also includes active participation in urban management. Every citizen can hold an official position by drawing lots. You can personally participate in the management of state affairs through people's congresses, courts and other institutions.