👉 Oligarchization is a term used in political science to describe how governments have become increasingly authoritarian and centralized, often at the expense of individual rights. It involves the consolidation of power by wealthy individuals or groups to limit opposition and prevent civil unrest, often through the use of surveillance, censorship, and other means. In its most basic form, oligarchization occurs when a group of powerful individuals or organizations hold significant political power in a state or country. This can happen through various mechanisms such as brib
