Features of Dictatorship

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What is a dictatorship?
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A form of government where a single leader or party has absolute power and authority.
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How is power usually obtained in a dictatorship?
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Power can be obtained through a military coup, inheritance, or undemocratic elections.
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What is one characteristic of a dictatorship?
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Limited political freedoms for citizens.
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What is the role of the military in a dictatorship?
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The military often supports the dictator and helps maintain control.
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Can opposition parties freely operate under a dictatorship?
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No, opposition parties are often suppressed or banned.
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Is there usually a separation of powers in a dictatorship?
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No, power is concentrated in the hands of the dictator.
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How are the media controlled in a dictatorship?
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Media is often censored and controlled by the state.
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What is a cult of personality?
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A situation where the dictator is idolized and promoted as a heroic figure.
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What is typically limited in a dictatorship?
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Freedom of speech and assembly.
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What is the common justification dictators use to maintain power?
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They claim to provide stability and security.
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How do dictators maintain legitimacy?
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Through propaganda and controlled elections.
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What happens to political rivals in a dictatorship?
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They are often arrested, exiled, or eliminated.
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How does a dictatorship differ from a democracy?
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In a democracy, power is limited and shared, while in a dictatorship, power is centralized and absolute.
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How are laws implemented in a dictatorship?
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Laws are often decreed by the dictator without legislative approval.
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What is the impact on citizens' rights in a dictatorship?
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Citizens' rights are often restricted and violated.
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