Decolonising Democracy Practice For Social And Institutional Reform Dr. Siri Gamage Given the recent experience in the US, it is important to critically reflect on the notion of democracy and democratic practice in contemporary societies. During the Trump years, the governance process was used to drive the political discourse and action in a certain way to benefit a popular – right wing- ideology. His government changed some institutions and policies to fit this overall ideology labelled in the slogan Make America Great Again(MAGA). Fringe groups that were on the margins of society before Trump came into power gained strength from his speeches and actions culminating in the assault on the Capitol (Where the congress and Senate are located), Washington on January 6th. In this backdrop, the inauguration of Biden administration is widely seen as a return to normalcy. It is also seen as the start of a new era where the climate action, racial justice, addressing COVID-19 more effectively will be given a priority. Change of government through the democratic process is thus able to install a more effective government that emphasise policy and action rather than ideology or politics.