http://ghafoorsblog.com/tags/democracy/Recent content in Democracy on Ghafoor's Personal BlogHugoennoreply@example.com (AG Sayyed)noreply@example.com (AG Sayyed)Copyright © 2024-2026 AG Sayyed. All Rights Reserved.Fri, 15 May 2026 13:20:20 +0100http://ghafoorsblog.com/courses/psychology/counselling-content/level2-counselling/01-counselling-skills/01-module/004-democracy/Fri, 13 Feb 2026 12:36:55 +0000noreply@example.com (AG Sayyed)http://ghafoorsblog.com/courses/psychology/counselling-content/level2-counselling/01-counselling-skills/01-module/004-democracy/<!-- Summary goes here --> <p class="lead text-primary"> This document explores democracy as a key value in British society and its relevance to counselling practice. It examines how democratic principles of tolerance, respect for differing opinions, and rational discussion inform ethical counselling relationships when working with diverse clients. </p> <hr> <h2><!-- markdown blank line inserted --></h2> <!-- Content goes here followed by a blank starts with level-2 heading --> <h2 id="understanding-democracy">Understanding Democracy</h2> <p>Democracy, literally meaning <code>rule by the people</code>, is a system of government that empowers individuals to exercise political control over the form and functions of their government. The term originates from the Greek words for &ldquo;people&rdquo; (dēmos) and &ldquo;rule&rdquo; (karatos).</p>