Government Flashcards
Autocracy
one person in power (Example meaning one person by your self
Totafitarian
one polifical party is in power, and people are forced to do what the government tells him
Monarchy
A king or queen inherits their power and position through their family line .
Absolute monarchy
the monarch holds total control over the country.
constitution monarchies
This is when the monarch holds some power, but it is restricted by a constitution. (Example a written or unwritten document that lays out the structure of a government.
dictatorship
there is no sharing power with other authorities.
oligarchy
a small group of people is in charge.
Democracy
ruled by the people
Direct Democracy
this is when citizens is given an equal vote in government and, together, make all of the important decisions.
representative democracy
means indirect democracy
indirect democracy
makes laws and decisions for the country.
theocracy
theocracy is a government run by religious doctrine
Anarchy
is technically not a government at all. no countries currently exist in an anarchist state.
presidetial democracy
people directly vote for the countries leader and legislature