democracy undermining

Democracy undermining occurs when actions or influences weaken the fundamental principles of democratic governance, such as the rule of law, free elections, and protection of individual rights. This can happen through practices like manipulating electoral processes, limiting press freedom, corroding judicial independence, or consolidating power in the hands of a few. Essentially, it erodes the checks and balances that ensure government accountability and public participation, leading to a shift away from transparent, fair, and representative decision-making toward authoritarian tendencies or undemocratic control.