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Absolutism
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الاستبداد
a government in which a ruler has the absolute power and authority in a country and over the people
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الاستبداد
the doctrine of an absolute being
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الاستبداد
the belief in a political theory that stands for giving the total power to a single person or government at all times
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الاستبداد
dominance through threat of punishment and violence
مثال
Absolutism often involves the suppression of political opposition and the centralization of authority, contrasting sharply with the principles of constitutionalism and checks and balances.
During the Age of Enlightenment, many philosophers and thinkers challenged the principles of absolutism, advocating for more democratic forms of governance.
Critics of absolutism argue that it concentrates too much power in the hands of one individual, leading to potential abuse and tyranny.
The reign of Louis XIV of France is often cited as a classic example of absolutism, where the king exercised complete control over the state and its institutions.
Absolutism in politics refers to a system of government where a single ruler holds all the power, often justified by the doctrine of the divine right of kings.
