The Center for Systemic Peace has researched the growth of democracy and provided a list of reasons that an increasing number of states have adopted a democratic form of government. Which of the following is NOT among these reasons for a shift toward democracy?

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Monarchies have been replaced by governments that expand individual liberties.

Monarchies have been replaced by governments that expand individual liberties.

Monarchies have become more irrelevant and out of touch with the populace.

Monarchies have become more irrelevant and out of touch with the populace.

Greater numbers of citizens participate in policymaking by serving in office.

Greater numbers of citizens participate in policymaking by serving in office.

Governmental structures developed in North America and Europe have diffused to other regions.

Governmental structures developed in North America and Europe have diffused to other regions.

Armed conflict is typically resolved with shifts toward wider participation in governance.

Answer 1

The statement that is NOT among the reasons for a shift toward democracy according to the Center for Systemic Peace is:

Armed conflict is typically resolved with shifts toward wider participation in governance.

This reason is less commonly cited as a direct cause for the growth of democracy compared to the other options listed.