A totalitarian government is a system where one ruler or political party has complete control over all aspects of people's lives, including politics, economy, culture, and society.
Picture a video game where an evil character controls everything - from what you can say to what you can wear. You have no freedom or choices because this character has total control over your actions.
Authoritarianism: A system where power is concentrated in one leader or authority figure who exercises strict control over society.
Propaganda: Information spread by a government to shape public opinion and manipulate people's beliefs.
Censorship: The suppression or restriction of information, ideas, or artistic expression by a controlling authority.
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