Authoritarian Regime
Definition
An authoritarian regime refers to an oppressive form of government where political power rests in one leader or group, who exercise authority without meaningful checks or balances.
Analogy
Imagine an authoritarian regime as a strict and controlling parent who makes all the decisions for their child without considering their opinions or desires.
Related terms
Totalitarianism: This term describes an extreme form of authoritarianism where the government seeks to control every aspect of public and private life.
Dictatorship: In a dictatorship, power is concentrated in the hands of one individual who rules with absolute authority.
Censorship: Censorship refers to the suppression or control of information, media, or speech by an authoritarian regime to limit dissent and maintain control.
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- In which country, characterized as an authoritarian regime, do powerful oligarchs engage in corruption and bribery, influencing the legal and economic system for their own financial gain?
- How does an authoritarian regime restrict political participation in Iran?
- Which country has an authoritarian regime and requires candidates to be vetted by the Guardian Council for inclusion on the ballot?
- Which country is an authoritarian regime where one party has complete control over policymaking?
- What is the method used to select the Premier in China's authoritarian regime?
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