From democracy to authoritarianism. The evolution of the forms of government in the Second Polish Republic

Key Points

• The article aims to analyze the transition from a democratic to an authoritarian government in the Second Polish Republic during the Sanacja regime.
• Historical analysis of the political measures enacted between 1926 and 1935
• Examination of the impact of the May Coup on government structure
• Review of parliamentary changes under the Sanacja regime
• The Sanacja regime implemented measures to progressively diminish democratic processes
• Parliamentary authority was significantly weakened
• The study highlights the gradual shift toward authoritarian governance during the analyzed period