Political/Government Systems

God and religious law are the government's authority.

Democracy where citizens elect others to serve in the government.

When one person has complete power or control over the government.

Led by a king or queen how hold all of the power

People are led by an elected legislature. The head of this body is called Prime Minister.

Government by a small group, the group that has power can be based on race or social class.

With this form of government citizens often have little or no rights or freedoms.

People do not answer to any leader or government.

Leader shares power with other parts of the government