Forms of Government Characteristics

The video tutorial discusses 16 types of government, including republic, democracy, theocracy, autocracy, technocracy, fascism, anarchy, monarchy, oligarchy, plutocracy, federation, communism, junta, and dictatorship. Each form is explained with examples, highlighting their characteristics and differences. The video emphasizes the role of power, control, and representation in these government systems.

In a Republic, how are representatives chosen?

• Through hereditary succession

• By divine selection

• By free elections

• By military coup

What is a key feature of Democracy?

• Divine guidance in governance

• Complete absence of government

• People can overthrow ineffective representatives

• Rule by a single leader

In a Theocracy, who is considered the ultimate ruler?

• The wealthiest individual

• God or divine authority

• The military leader

• The elected president

What characterizes an Autocracy?

• Power is shared among many

• Governance is based on religious texts

• Absolute power is held by one person

• Decisions are made by public vote

Which form of government involves control over all sectors, including media and institutions?

• Democracy

• Technocracy

• Monarchy

• Anarchy

What is a defining feature of Fascism?

• Eradication of foreign influence

• Decentralized power structure

• Complete freedom of speech

• Promotion of international cooperation

What is the main characteristic of Anarchy?

• Strict legal system

• No rules or regulations

• Rule by a monarch

• Government by the wealthy

In a Monarchy, how is power typically transferred?

• By public referendum

• Hereditary succession

• By divine intervention

• Through elections

What defines a Plutocracy?

• Decisions made by public vote

• Control by religious leaders

• Governance by the wealthy

• Rule by the military

In a Dictatorship, how is power usually maintained?

• By religious decree

• By force or oppression

• By hereditary succession

• Through democratic elections