Which is an example of direct democracy?

A. Primary Election

B. General election

C. Ballot initiative

D. Citizen petition

Answer:The correct answer is C: ballot initiative. They are much more effective in smaller states or governments becusae they are more personal

Ancient Athens, Switzerland, and the United States. Perhaps the most prominent example of direct democracy was ancient Athens. Although the Athenians excluded women, slaves, and foreigners from voting, the Athenian democratic system required all citizens to take a vote on all major issues.