How are military coups prevented?

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In light of the Myanmmar military detaining leaders in the country, I wonder: what stops the military from turning their guns around towards the government or citizens, especially if they effectively hold power as a legitimate threat towards civillians?

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Not sure about other countries, but in the US this is the purpose of the 2nd Amendment to the Constitution.

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