Political Systems
Definition
Political systems refer to the structures and processes through which a society makes collective decisions, exercises power, and governs itself.
Related terms
Regimes: Regimes are the rules, norms, and institutions that govern political behavior within a political system.
Governments: Governments are the specific individuals or groups that hold power within a political system and make decisions on behalf of the society.
Authoritarianism: Authoritarianism is a type of political system where power is concentrated in one leader or group without meaningful competition or accountability.
"Political Systems" appears in:
Subjects (3)
AP European History
AP US Government
AP World History: Modern
Study guides (1)
AP Comparative Government - 1.2 Defining Political Institutions
Additional resources (2)
AP Comparative Government - 2024 AP Comparative Government Exam Guide
AP Comparative Government - Unit 1 Overview: Political Systems, Regimes, and Governments
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