The correct answer is "The assembly, the courts, and the council."
In ancient Athens, the primary components of its democratic government included:
- The Assembly (Ekklesia) - where citizens gathered to discuss and vote on laws and decisions.
- The Courts (Dikasteria) - where citizens served as jurors and participated in the legal process.
- The Council (Boule) - which was responsible for setting the agenda for the Assembly and overseeing various government functions.
These institutions worked together to create a system of direct democracy, where eligible citizens could participate in governance.