Oligarchy: A Historical Perspective
Description: Oligarchy: A Historical Perspective | |
Number of Questions: 15 | |
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What is the primary characteristic of an oligarchy?
Which ancient Greek city-state was known for its oligarchic government?
What was the term used to describe the ruling elite in ancient Rome?
Which Italian city-state emerged as a powerful oligarchy during the Renaissance?
What was the political system of the Dutch Republic in the 17th century?
Which South American country was ruled by an oligarchy for much of the 19th and early 20th centuries?
What was the political system of the Soviet Union under Joseph Stalin?
Which African country was ruled by an oligarchy led by President Mobutu Sese Seko?
What is the term used to describe a situation where a small group of wealthy individuals or families have disproportionate influence over a country's political and economic system?
Which contemporary country is often criticized for being an oligarchy due to the concentration of wealth and power in the hands of a few individuals?
What are the potential advantages of an oligarchic government?
What are the potential disadvantages of an oligarchic government?
How can an oligarchic government be reformed to make it more democratic and accountable?
Which historical figure is often associated with the concept of the 'iron law of oligarchy'?
What is the term used to describe a situation where a small group of individuals or families control a large portion of a country's wealth and resources?