A monarchy is a form of government in which supreme authority is vested in a single individual—the monarch—whose position is typically hereditary and often lifelong. The monarch may serve as head of state, head of government, or both, depending on the constitutional structure. The defining characteristic of monarchy is dynastic succession: political authority passes through […]
Aristocracy (from the Greek aristokratía, meaning “rule of the best”) is a form of government in which political power is concentrated in the hands of a small, privileged ruling class believed to be the most qualified to govern. Historically, this elite status has been defined by factors such as noble birth, land ownership, military prowess,
Government is the structured system through which authority is exercised over a political community, typically a state. It establishes laws, enforces order, provides public services, and represents the collective interests of a population. At its core, government is an institutional framework for making and implementing binding decisions within a defined territory. Government is both a