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Legitimacy and Political Development: Investigating the Relationship between Legitimacy and Political Development
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What is the primary source of legitimacy in a democracy?
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The consent of the governed
💡 Explanation:
In a democracy, legitimacy is derived from the consent of the governed. This means that the government is considered legitimate because it has the support of the people.