Types of Government Flashcards
Define dictatorship
one person makes all the decisions without limitations or any input from others.
pros of dictatorship
No political corruption
quick action during emergency services.
cons of dictatorship
never a long term solution to governing.
opposition is rarely permitted
laws can be changed at any time
can put groups of people at risk.
example 3 countries of dictatorship
russia
algeria
bangladesh
define oligarchy
group of people who dominate because of privilege, power, and money
pros of oligarchy
only those with extreme skill and power can rule.
reduces societal pressures on the citizens.
encourages citizens to be creative
cons of oligarchy
wealth does tend to go to the rulers more than the people
people can become easily frustrated with it
can create puppet leaders who are controlled by outside forces
can stop other from other people from participating in the government because it may be passed on to generation to generation
example 3 countries of oligarchy
china
iran
define democracy
it means ruled by the people or ruled by the majority. people elect and play a large part in the decision making process.
pros of democracy
promotes equality
decreases disputed between other countries
has checks and balances on power
cons of democracy
slow decision making processes
it can lead to corrupt leaders
there are costs that people are unware of.
example 3 countries of democracy
canada
finland
iceland
define authoritarian
politcal system that takes away freedoms and rights of the people and refuses to allow them to act how they wish.
pros of authoritarian
political stability is higher
crime rates are lower
national defense is very important
cons of authoritarian
can create a culture of fear
power is only for a few people, possibly leading to corruption
people cannot express their thoughts and beliefs openly.
