Question

Choose the correct option to answer the following questions:
Government by the officials is called:

• A. plutocracy
• B. democracy
• C. autocracy
• D. bureaucracy

Hint:

When identifying political systems, pay attention to the role of decision-makers: whether it is the wealthy (plutocracy), people (democracy), a single person (autocracy), or officials (bureaucracy).

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Understanding the terms.
- **Plutocracy** refers to a system where the wealthy class rules.
- **Democracy** is a government system where power is vested in the people.
- **Autocracy** refers to a system of government where one person holds absolute power.
- **Bureaucracy** refers to a system of government where officials and administrators hold power, and decisions are made based on established rules and procedures.
Step 2: Conclusion.
The correct term for government by officials is **bureaucracy**.
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