Diffrent types of government

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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.

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constitutional goverment

A system of governance established by a constitution that defines the distribution of power and protects individual rights.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Anarchism

A political philosophy that advocates for self-governed societies based on voluntary institutions, rejecting hierarchical authority and often promoting a stateless society.

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Pluralism

A political system where multiple groups, interests, or factions coexist and compete for power, allowing for diverse representation and participation in governance.

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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.

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legislative branch

to make or enact laws.

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executive branch

the branch of government responsible for implementing and enforcing laws, typically headed by the President or Prime Minister.

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Judicial Branch

the branch of government responsible for interpreting the law and administering justice, consisting of courts and judges.

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totalitarianism

a system of government that centralizes power in a single authority, often maintaining control over many aspects of life and restricting individual freedoms.