Examining the Position of the Criterion of Democratic Governance in Modern International Law

Abstract

This article examines the role of the democratic nature of the governing system in modern international law. Democracy, as a fundamental principle in human rights and an important criterion for assessing the legitimacy of states and political systems, has always been a key focus in various fields of international law. In this regard, the article aims to analyze the key concepts related to democracy, its historical development in international law, and its relationship with human rights principles, as well as global peace and security. The study first explores different definitions of democracy and its criteria, followed by an analysis of the position of democracy in international documents such as the United Nations Charter and the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights. The paper then delves into the theoretical foundations of democracy in international law, examining various legal and human rights theories that regard democracy as a crucial standard. Further, the article addresses the practical challenges and critiques related to the acceptance of democracy in international law and analyzes the role of international institutions in promoting and overseeing democracy. onFinally, the article provides a comparative analysis of democratic and non-democratic countries, evaluating successful and unsuccessful examples of implementing democratic criteria in international law. It assesses the challenges and obstacles to achieving democracy at the global level and offers recommendations for improving the current state of affairs. This research aims to provide a more comprehensive understanding of the relationship between democracy and international law and to explore its practical and theoretical implications.