Direct democracy and representative democracy are both forms of government where citizens have the power to participate in decision-making processes. However, they differ in the extent of citizen involvement. In direct democracy, citizens have a direct say in policy-making through referendums, initiatives, and town hall meetings. In representative democracy, citizens elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf. Additionally, in direct democracy, citizens have a more direct and immediate influence on government decisions, while in representative democracy, decision-making may be slower due to the involvement of representatives and other political institutions.
