The significance of the Magna Carta for the development of democracy lies in its establishment of the principle that everyone, including the king, is subject to the law. Signed in 1215 by King John of England, the Magna Carta was a response to the grievances of the barons against the monarchy’s arbitrary power. It introduced key concepts such as due process and the right to a fair trial, which have influenced countless democratic governments worldwide. The Magna Carta is often viewed as a foundational document in the evolution of constitutional law and the protection of individual liberties.