transitional societies

Transitional societies are countries undergoing significant change from traditional or less developed social, political, and economic systems toward more modern, open, and often democratic structures. This transformation typically involves reforms such as new governance practices, economic liberalization, and shifts in cultural attitudes, aiming to improve standards of living and governance. These societies often experience instability or uncertainty during the transition period, as old institutions weaken and new ones are established. Examples include countries transitioning from authoritarian regimes to democracies or those shifting from command economies to market-based economies.