A political system refers to the structure and organization of government and how power is distributed within a society.
Related terms
Democracy: A form of government where power rests with the people, who can exercise their right to vote for representatives or directly participate in decision-making.
Authoritarianism: A type of political system characterized by strong central authority and limited individual freedoms, often led by one leader or group.
Totalitarianism: An extreme version of authoritarianism where the ruling party exercises complete control over all aspects of public and private life.