Modernization theory has its opponents and supporters who have passionately debated the subject, putting forward arguments for and in opposition to it since its (theory) emergence. Modernization posited that economic development led to democracy. In other words, the more developed a society is, the greater its chances of becoming democratized. It should be clarified here that the concept of the evolution of democracy and democratization is mainly considered to be developed and observed in the United States and Europe. These states are a prototype, if not an example, of evolved democracy. Modern understanding of democracy, its importance and influence are often understood through the prevalence and practice of democracy in the United States and European states. However, this classification might simply seem simplistic in light of the more rigorous academic and philosophical debate surrounding the issue. The theory has a solid theoretical basis; proposed by eminent social scientists. Its intellectual foundation is mainly attributed to Seymour Martin Lipset. In this regard, Adam Prezewonski and Fernando Limongi offer their assessment of the theory in Modernization Theories and Facts. These authors paraphrase the theory as follows: “The basic assumption of this theory, whatever its version, is that there is a general process of which democratization is only the final stage. Modernization consists of a progressive differentiation and specialization of social structures which results in a separation of political structures from other structures and makes democracy possible. Specific causal chains include a sequence of industrialization, urbanization, education, communication, mobilization, and political incorporation, among countless others; a prog...... middle of paper ......lization, democracy remains an elusive dream for many societies around the world. In my opinion, this theory remains relevant even today, as many societies struggle to progress toward a democratic transition. The dictatorial nature of certain regimes around the world has its critics: both nationally and internationally. However, as noted above, economic development has not facilitated democracy in many countries around the world. Yet, paradoxically, there are cases where a transition has been observed. However, it remains to be seen to what extent these fragile democracies will be viable after the changes. Regardless, the democratic transition has not always gone smoothly. Thus, as long as the transition from dictatorship to democracy, and essentially democratic transition, continues, the theory will retain its relevance and power despite the criticism it has faced...