👉 The term "autocracy" refers to a form of government in which power is held by one individual or a small group of individuals, often referred to as the "authoritative power" or "the ruling class." In an autocratic regime, the ruler has complete control over the political and administrative decisions, and they may use force or coercion to maintain their authority. Autocracies are characterized by a lack of checks and balances, with the ruler having absolute power and no means of accountability.
