In the 5th century BC, in Athens, democracy was born
In the 5th century BC, in Athens, democracy was born, a political regime where all citizens are free and equal before the law. Cleisthenes was its founder and Pericles consolidated it, allowing everyone to participate in political life and granting remuneration to the poorest.
The main bodies of power were:
Ecclesia (or Assembly of the people): formed by all citizens, approved laws, appointed magistrates and decided on issues of war and peace;
Bulé (or Council of Five Hundred): drafted laws to be approved by the Ecclesia;
Helieu: judged most public and private issues;
Aerópago: responsible for judging homicide crimes and religious issues... Did you know?