Question 2 - MCQ Questions (1 Mark) - Chapter 1 Class 7 Political Science - Democracy - Political Science

Which term means rule by an unelected, all-powerful dictator? 

A. Junta

B. Democracy

C. Dictatorship

C. Absolute Monarchy 

Answer:

Answer by Student

So, the correct answer is (C): Dictatorship

Detailed Explanation by Teachoo

Let’s check all the options

• Option (A) Junta - Junta is a military or political group that rules a country after taking power by force. A junta may be led by a dictator or a group of leaders. So, this is incorrect .
  
  
• Option (B) Democracy - Democracy is a form of government where the people have a say in the decisions that affect their lives. The people elect their representatives who have limited powers and are accountable to them. So, this is incorrect .
  
  
• Option (C) Dictatorship - Dictatorship is a form of government where an unelected, all-powerful dictator rules the country. The dictator has absolute powers and is not accountable to the people. So, this is correct .
  
  
• Option (D) Absolute Monarchy - Absolute monarchy is a form of government where a king or queen rules the country with absolute powers. The monarch is not elected by the people and is not accountable to them. So, this is incorrect .

Thus, option (C): Dictatorship is correct