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What is authoritarianism?
Authoritarianism is a political system controlled by rulers who deny popular participation in government.
Give an example of an authoritarian absolute monarchy.
Saudi Arabia and Kuwait are examples of authoritarian absolute monarchies.
What is a dictatorship?
In dictatorships, power is gained and held by a single individual.
What are military juntas?
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Name two countries where authoritarian regimes exist today.
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Today, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait are examples of authoritarian absolute ______
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In dictatorships, power is gained and held by a single ______
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Military ______ result when military officers seize power from the government
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Today, authoritarian regimes exist in Fidel Castro’s Cuba and in the People’s Republic of ______
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Authoritarian regimes seek to control the media and to suppress coverage of any topics or information that does not reflect upon the regime in a favorable ______
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What is the main characteristic of authoritarianism?
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Which countries are examples of authoritarian absolute monarchies?
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What is a rare characteristic of pure dictatorships?
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What leads to the formation of military juntas?
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What do authoritarian regimes seek to control and suppress?
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Study Notes
Authoritarianism
- Authoritarianism is a system where power is held by a single person or a small group, often with limited political and individual freedoms.
Absolute Monarchy
- An authoritarian absolute monarchy is a system where a monarch holds absolute power and control over the government and citizens.
- Example: Saudi Arabia and Kuwait are examples of authoritarian absolute monarchies.
Dictatorship
- A dictatorship is a form of government where power is held by a single person, often gained and held through force or coercion.
- In dictatorships, power is gained and held by a single individual.
Military Juntas
- Military juntas are governments led by military officers who seize power from the existing government.
- Military juntas result when military officers seize power from the government.
Examples of Authoritarian Regimes
- Today, authoritarian regimes exist in Fidel Castro’s Cuba and in the People’s Republic of China.
Characteristics of Authoritarianism
- The main characteristic of authoritarianism is the concentration of power in the hands of a single person or a small group.
- A rare characteristic of pure dictatorships is that there are no limits on the leader's power.
- Authoritarian regimes seek to control the media and to suppress coverage of any topics or information that does not reflect upon the regime in a favorable light.
Formation of Military Juntas
- Military juntas are often formed as a result of a military coup, where military officers seize power from the existing government.
Control and Suppression
- Authoritarian regimes seek to control the media and to suppress coverage of any topics or information that does not reflect upon the regime in a favorable light.
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Test your knowledge of authoritarianism and dictatorship with this informative quiz. Explore the characteristics and examples of these political systems to deepen your understanding of governance and power structures.
