Aftermath of the Revolution: Experiments in Western-style Democratic Politics in Early Republican China

Wang Chaoguang

China Report, 2012, vol. 48, issue 4, 393-405

Abstract: The Revolution of 1911 in China not only put an end to the feudal monarchy that had lasted several centuries but also opened a new chapter, the era of republicanism in China. The founding of the Republic of China led to the proliferation of political parties, the thriving of legislative organs and the emergence of a cabinet system. However, historical evolution does not always conform to people’s expectations. Revolutionary ideals could not be fully realised in a country which had been dominated by authoritarianism for thousands of years. As a result, Western-style democracy failed to take root in Republican China. Instead of embarking on a journey towards democracy, prosperity and independence, China gradually descended into a state where warlords took control and plunged the whole country into conflict.

Keywords: Republicanism; political parties; revolution; democracy (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2012
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DOI: 10.1177/0009445512466618

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