Question 1: It is well-established that economic policies that improve economic development and growth can also help the development of democratic practices and institutions. Video #1 discusses the relationship among certain socioeconomic factors (or conditions) and democratic reforms on the basis of China and India cases. Find and write 2 socioeconomic indicators that are mentioned in Video #1 that are relevant for democratization (i.e. human capital or others). Then describe how those factors you selected can help the development of democratization.
Question 2: Video #2 describes the decline of economy and democracy in Venezuela. Explain what factor in your opinion led to the backsliding of the economy and democracy in Venezuela. Why democracy failed in Venezuela.
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