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# Decentralized Governance

**Decentralized Governance** tracks the autonomy and decentralization of network decision-making, focusing on decentralized decision frameworks and voting mechanisms. It highlights the key principles of **on-chain governance**, including **voting weight**, **voter participation**, and **proposal submission mechanics**.

**Usage**:\
Users engaged in governance platforms like **MakerDAO** or **Polkadot** can submit proposals, vote on protocol upgrades, or adjust the treasury settings. The weight of votes is typically token-based, meaning a higher token holding allows for a greater influence on governance outcomes. Analyzing these data points allows for assessing the level of decentralization and community engagement.

**Key Data**:

* **Proposal Voting**: Proposal timelines, approval rates, and governance impact.
* **Voter Turnout**: Participation levels and token-weighted voting results.
* **Governance Transparency**: Proposal clarity, community discussions, and vote validation.