Political philosophy

Political philosophy

Political philosophy is the study of topics such as liberty, justice, rights, laws, and the enforcement of legal code.

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diarchy

Political systems; Political philosophy

Diarchy is a form of government in which two individuals, the diarchs, are the heads of state. In most diarchies, the diarchs hold their position for life and pass the responsibilities and power of ...

elective monarchy

Political systems; Political philosophy

An elective monarchy is literally a monarchy ruled by someone who is an elected rather than hereditary monarch, the manner of election, the nature of the candidacy and the electors varying from case ...

ochlocracy

Political systems; Political philosophy

Ochlocracy or mob rule is government by mob or a mass of people, or the intimidation of constitutional authorities.

oligarchy

Political systems; Political philosophy

An oligarchy is a form of power structure in which power effectively rests with a small segment of society distinguished by royalty, wealth, family ties, or military control.

panarchism

Political systems; Political philosophy

Panarchism is a political philosophy emphasizing each individual's right to freely join and leave the jurisdiction of any governments they choose, without being forced to move from their current ...

parliamentary system

Political systems; Political philosophy

A parliamentary system is a system of government in which the ministers of the executive branch are drawn from the legislature and are accountable to that body, such that the executive and ...