The new form of democracy: How is social media changing the political opinions of the common man?
Today, while scrolling through the screens of Facebook, X (Twitter), YouTube or TikTok, we are not just looking for entertainment, but are also unknowingly forming our own political opinions. Once the mainstay of democracy was the storm in a teacup or the pages of a newspaper. Today, social media has taken over that place. Today's discussion is about how this digital world is changing the definition, nature and future of our democracy. ## đ️ Definition and current nature of democracy In the general sense, democracy is the rule of the people, where the ultimate power of the state is in the hands of the citizens and they elect representatives through votes. However, in the age of social media, the nature of democracy has undergone a huge transformation. It is no longer limited to voting every five years; rather, it has taken the form of a "digital people's court". By nature, modern-day democracy is much more immediate and participatory. The reaction to any political ...