Answer:
- The Mayflower Compact.
Explanation:
The term 'Mayflower Compact' is associated with the first set of principles or rules set in for 'self-governance'(among the pilgrims and non-pilgrims) by the English settlers of Plymouth Colony who moved to New World on the merchant ship named Mayflower.
As per the given description, the situation refers to the pilgrims adoption of 'the Mayflower Compact' as the direct democracy displayed by the 'town meetings' associates to the 'self-governance' followed by the ancient pilgrims and non-pilgrims for their betterment. Similarly, the town meetings exemplify a temporary set of rules that would assist in dealing with the issues like maintenance of roads, schools, budgets, etc. for the development of New England state.
