DEMOCRACY ENHANCEMENT IN LINE WITH BUDDHISM FOR PEOPLE'S POLITICAL PARTICIPATION AT BANG SRITHONG SUB - DISTRICT, BANGKRUAY DISTRICT, NONDABURI PROVINCEN

Abstract

This research article has the objectives 1. To study the level of democracy promotion according to Buddhism. 2. To compare people's opinions towards the promotion of democracy according to Buddhism. for political participation of the people and 3. To strengthen democracy according to Buddhism for the political participation of the people. The sample group was 345 people from a population of 2,508 people. The research tools were questionnaires. Statistics used in data analysis included frequencies, percentages, means, and standard deviations. qualitative research In-depth interviews were used with 10 key informants/people. The research tool was an interview form, and the data was analyzed using content analysis.

The research findings were as follows: 1. The overall level of promoting political participation of the people 2. The results of comparing public opinions on the political participation of the people. Classified by personal factors, it was found that personal factors such as education, occupation, and income had opinions towards political participation of the people, significantly different at the statistical level of 0.05, which was in line with According to the research hypothesis set There were no differences in other personal factors. 3. Strengthen democracy according to Buddhism for political participation of the people. Adopting Buddhism as a political principle may have religious characteristics in elections or participation in political decision-making processes. Including supporting social development that emphasizes moral values. Creating Opportunity and Equality for All and building a transparent and fair city system. So that people can participate in the decision-making process and create a strong and sustainable society.