Power Dynamics in Governance

This chapter examines the interplay between majority and minority political parties, revealing how the former often sidesteps constitutional limitations while the latter relies on them for safeguarding. It discusses the concept of concurrent majority as a vital mechanism for maintaining checks and balances within constitutional governments and critiques the increasing concentration of power in modern democracies. The chapter also explores the historical evolution of governance structures, the risks of power consolidation, and the necessity for compromise to avert tyranny.