Democratic Transformation as an Inevitable Necessity for State-Building after Revolutions – Its Nature and Obstacles

Abstract

This study attempted to identify the most important determinants and obstacles to the democratic transition process. It began with the premise that "there are no specific determinants governing the democratic transition process, as perspectives vary and differ among various political studies. This is due to the influence of numerous obstacles within the societal context of a political system on the identity and boundaries of the transition process taking place". Research into the topic of building a democratic state is of paramount importance in any society, given that the state is the permanent and stable embodiment of the will of society. Democratic construction should be viewed through the lens of harmony and balance between the political and social components. Studying democracy solely in its political sense remains incomplete if it is done in isolation from its social dimension, which encompasses the system of values ​​and patterns of thought Democracy is built on the foundations of a culture of dialogue, negotiation, and respect for others and differing viewpoints. Therefore, it can be said that the process of transitioning to democracy is linked to the cultural fabric of society. The transition to democracy has become the historical and political imperative on the Arab political scene in general, and in Libya in particular, in the modern era. Achieving this goal is a gateway to achieving other objectives. The arena of transition to democracy is the only civilized forum where rulers can meet with their people in genuine participation aimed at progress, consensus, and harmony.