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communism
A political and economic ideology advocating for a classless society in which all property is publicly owned and each person works and is paid according to their abilities and needs.
constitutional goverment
A system of governance established by a constitution that defines the distribution of power and protects individual rights.
Parliamentary goverment
A democratic form of government in which the executive branch derives its legitimacy from and is directly accountable to the legislature (parliament), and the head of government is usually a prime minister.
Monarchy
A form of government where a single ruler, often a king or queen, is the head of state, and the position is usually inherited. Monarchies can be absolute or constitutional, depending on the extent of their powers.
Dictatorship
A form of government in which a single leader or party holds absolute power, often maintained through force or authoritarian measures, limiting political plurality and individual freedoms.
Anarchism
A political philosophy that advocates for self-governed societies based on voluntary institutions, rejecting hierarchical authority and often promoting a stateless society.
Pluralism
A political system where multiple groups, interests, or factions coexist and compete for power, allowing for diverse representation and participation in governance.
Democracy
A system of government in which power is vested in the people, who rule either directly or through freely elected representatives, emphasizing equal participation and individual rights.
legislative branch
to make or enact laws.
executive branch
the branch of government responsible for implementing and enforcing laws, typically headed by the President or Prime Minister.
Judicial Branch
the branch of government responsible for interpreting the law and administering justice, consisting of courts and judges.
totalitarianism
a system of government that centralizes power in a single authority, often maintaining control over many aspects of life and restricting individual freedoms.