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Martial Law vs. Democracy: Advantages & Disadvantages

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MARTIAL LAW
VS
DEMOCRACY
Martial law
Martial law is the temporary imposition of direct military
control of normal civil functions or suspension of civil law
by a government, especially in response to a emergency
Democracy
Democracy refers to a form of government in which the
people either have the authority to choose their governing
legislators, or the authority to decide on legislation
DEMOCRACY
ADVANTAGES
Promotes Equality
Preventing abuse of Power
Creating Stability
DISADVANTAGES
Requires more Time to
Implement changes
Risk of Corruption
MARTIAL LAW
ADVANTAGES
One man become the center of
attention
Focus on long term growth
Reduced Terrorism
Removal of corrupt officials
Free to implement the decisions
Quick decision making
Authoritative style implemented
DISADVANTAGES
Reputation of country is
damaged
Administration system is affected
Public sentiments go against
government
No freedom of speech
High military power cause harm
to civilians
Harmed economy
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