GOVERNMENT
JAMB 2006 - Question 33
Government 2006 JAMB Past Questions - Question 33: The type of government in Which an individual wields absolute power is called
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Correct Answer
B
Explanation
Thetype of government in which an individual wields absolute power is calledautocracy. Autocracy may bedefined as rule with iron hand when only the desires of the ruler arefulfilled. It is also the form of government in which oneperson rules with absolute power and authority without caring for thewishes of thepeople. Example, France during the time of Louis XIV and Nazi Germany.

