Absolute control refers to a situation in which one ruler has unlimited power and authority over all aspects of citizens' lives.
Autocracy: An autocracy is a form of governance in which one ruler holds absolute power and authority.
Totalitarianism: Totalitarianism is a system of governance where the ruler exercises complete control over all aspects of society, including politics, economy, culture, and individual lives.
Dictatorship: A dictatorship is a form of governance in which one person holds all the power and rules with absolute authority.
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Which form of governance typically has one ruler who exercises absolute control over its citizens' lives?
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