An authoritarian regime is a form of government characterized by strong central power and limited political freedoms. It often involves an autocratic leader with absolute authority over the state.
Related terms
Totalitarianism: A political system where the government has total control over every aspect of public and private life.
Censorship: The suppression or control of information, ideas, or artistic expression by an authority.
Dictatorship: A form of government where power is concentrated in the hands of one individual who holds absolute authority.