Special Issue on Democracy and Political Theory

Democratic Governance and Political Ideologies explores the interplay between democratic systems and the diverse ideological frameworks that shape political institutions, behavior, and policy-making. It examines how ideologies such as liberalism, conservatism, socialism, populism, and nationalism influence the structure and functioning of democratic governance across different cultural and historical contexts. This topic also considers challenges to democratic stability, including polarization, authoritarian tendencies, and declining public trust. By analyzing the theoretical foundations and practical implications of political ideologies within democratic systems, this theme offers insights into both the resilience and vulnerability of modern democracies.

In this special issue, we intend to invite front-line researchers and authors to submit original research and review articles on exploring Democracy and Political Theory. Potential topics include, but are not limited to:

• Authoritarianism and democracy
• Civic engagement
• Civil society
• Constitutional governance
• Deliberative democracy
• Electoral systems
• Governance and public trust
• Ideological discourse analysis
• Media and democracy
• Party systems
• Political accountability
• Political ideologies
• Political participation
• Political polarization
• Populist movements
• Representative democracy

Authors should read over the journal’s For Authors carefully before submission. Prospective authors should submit an electronic copy of their complete manuscript through the journal’s Paper Submission System.

Please kindly specify the “Special Issue” under your manuscript title. The research field “Special Issue - Democracy and Political Theory” should be selected during your submission.

Special Issue Timetable:

Guest Editor:

Dr. Mahesh Ramaswamy

Kuvempu University, India

For further questions or inquiries, please contact Editorial Assistant at

ojps@scirp.org.