Terms Flashcards
Democracy.
A system of government by the whole population or all eligible members of state typically through elected reps.
Government.
A governing body of a nation, state, of community.
Citizen
A legally recognized subject or national of a state or common wealth either native or naturalized.
Aristocracy.
The highest class in certain societies. Those holding heredity titles or office.
Subsidy
A sum of money granted by the government or a public body to assist an industry or business so that the price of a commodity or service may remain low or competitive.
Monarchy
A form of government with a monarch at the head.
Globalization.
Growth to a global or worldwide scale.
Oligarchy.
A small group of people having control if a country, organization, or institution.
Divine rights.
The idea that monarchs are Gods representatives on earth and are therefore answerable only to God.
