Question

A system where power is concentrated in the hands of a single ruler is called:

• A. Democracy
• B. Oligarchy
• C. Theocracy
• D. Autocracy

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Autocracy

• Autocracy is a system of government where power is concentrated in the hands of a single ruler who has absolute authority. Examples include dictatorships and absolute monarchies.

• Democracy – A system where power is in the hands of the people through voting, so incorrect.

• Oligarchy – A system where power is held by a small group of people, not a single ruler, so incorrect.

• Theocracy – A system where religious leaders or principles govern, so incorrect.