Authoritarian Countries

Definition

Authoritarian countries are political systems where power is concentrated in the hands of a single leader or a small group, and individual freedoms and rights are limited. These countries often have strict control over their citizens and suppress dissent.

Related terms

Totalitarianism: A form of authoritarian rule where the government has complete control over every aspect of people's lives.

Censorship: The practice of restricting or controlling what people can see, hear, read, or say to limit opposing viewpoints.

Dictatorship: A type of authoritarian government where one person holds absolute power and authority.