A recent survey by the Centre for Public Opinion Research (Centrum pro výzkum veřejného mínění) shows that the majority of Czechs are satisfied with the functioning of democracy in their country.
Czechs’ views of democracy have improved significantly since 2021. Over 55% of respondents expressed their satisfaction with the Czech Republic’s democratic system and believe that this form of government is better than any other.
The proportion of people who would welcome a return of the communist regime has not changed since 2021. Around one-seventh (14%) of the population is open to such a return, while over four-fifths (83%) reject it.
The survey also revealed that 54% of Czech citizens firmly believe in the superiority of democracy. However, there was also a certain openness towards alternative forms of government: More than a quarter (27%) of respondents can imagine an authoritarian government, while 17% are indifferent as to whether the country is governed democratically or non-democratically.
The question of establishing an authoritarian regime with a strong leader who replaces parliament is favored by 17% of respondents. However, four-fifths (80%) are against such a form of government. The idea of a military dictatorship is even less popular: only 4% of citizens would be in favor of it, while 95% reject it.
Another interesting result of the survey concerns the perception of equality and justice in society. Almost three-fifths (59%) of the Czech population believe that people in their country are treated equally and fairly, while two-fifths (39%) take a different view.
Respect for human rights was rated particularly positively: Three-quarters (75%) of respondents believe that human rights are respected in the Czech Republic. Only 23% of citizens are of the opinion that this is not the case.
The Centre for Public Opinion Research (CVVM) conducted the survey between 15 March and 2 June, interviewing 1,000 people over the age of 15.
