A
Civilization advance.
The
concept of the
republic first appeared in ancient
Rome, where local provinces sent
representatives to the
Senate, which governed all
Roman lands. Normally, both the head of state and the local representatives in a republic are elected; no one is granted a
position by birth or
divine right. A
republican structure is one of the few systems of government that has been used successfully in nations of great size and cultural diversity. The republic allows unprecedented
freedom, at least to a significant portion of the
citizens, which in turn fosters
economic growth.
Prerequisites: Literacy and
Code of Laws.
Allows for: Conscription and
Banking.
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