Resisting Autocratization: Global Strategies for Defending Democracy in Politically Polarized Nations

In nations wherein political polarization is excessive, this study evaluates the productive implementation of international strategies for preventing autocratization. Identification of the particular strategies—such as internationally aid, transnational civil society involvement, and foreign diplomatic initiatives—that are the most effective in defending the values of democracy and establishments in divisive environments is the main contemplate debate. Autocratization, marked by the dissolution of democratic liberty, is becoming more prevalent in divided political nations. It has been shown that polarization erodes democratic resilience and poses impediments to the collective effort.
The work exploits a largely qualitative analytical process, drawing on a comparative case report analysis of many politically divisive nations with varied levels of attainment in fending off autocratization. By evaluating the beneficial effects of foreign interventions and local revolt attempts throughout various political scenarios, it seeks to identify viable tactics and lessons obtained. The work also incorporates information from secondary sources, such as studies in academia and policy media outlets, coupled with primary sources, such as interviews with those from civil society and elected officials.
In politically divisive environments, the outcomes of the present study should provide knowledge about how international actors—such as governments, non-governmental groups, and transnational networks—can strengthen democratic resilience with greater efficiency. The analysis will also look at how these regimes' internal resistance organizations could combat authoritarian inclinations and develop democratic institutions through external support. This study extends to the growing body of awareness of the reactions to backsliding democracy throughout nations and the intricate ways that polarisation influences resistance tactics.