(a)(i) There should be majority rule.
(ii) Tolerance of opposition.
(iii) Protection of minority interests.
(iv) Provision for and guaranteeing of Fundamental Human Rights.
(v) Respect for the Rule of Law.
(vi) Independence of the Judiciary.
(vii) Periodic, free and fair elections.
(viii) Universal adult suffrage.
(ix) Existence of multi-party system
(x) Independent mass media/freedom of expression.
(xi) Existence of Public Complains Commission/Ombudsman.
(xii) Independent electoral commission.
(xiii) Fixed term/Tenure of office for political office holders.
(xiv) Existence of a constitution.