Aristocracy.pptx

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1. Topic:- Aristocracy Presented by:- Noor Malik

2. Introduction to Aristocracy The term derives from the Greek Aristokratia , meaning “rule of the best” Aristocracy is a fro of government that places powers in the hand of small and honored ruling class.

3. Aristotle Who Governs Legitimate Form: Rule in the interest of all Corrupt form: Rule in the interest of selves One Monarchy Tyranny Few Aristocracy Oligarchy Many Polity Democracy

4. The Athenian Aristocracy Promotion to the supreme offices of state went by birth and wealth Aristocratic families enjoyed huge wealth and exchanges. And they were held at first for life.

5. Evolution of aristocracy Ancient Greece Ancient Rome Middle ages and modern Era Warriors Thomas Hobbes

6. Difference of aristocracy from monarchy and democracy A form of government under which state power is retained by a privileged noble minority. As a form of government aristocracy stands in opposition to monarchy and democracy. Elected authority an aristocracy is the power of a relatively small minority, and a democracy is the power of the people.

7. Note:- Aristocracy Autocracy Monarchy Rule by elite or privileged upper class(rule the best) Rule by a single individual or one person A government ruled by a king or queen

8. Advantages of aristocracy Rule by competent and wise men Covers ancient traditions Governed with the help of feudal Lords Stability and efficiency Vigilance is the basis of government

9. Demerits Degenerate quickly into oligarchies. Deprived of the participation. Election of the able person. No political training to the people. Hereditary principle of appointment. Great defect. Conflict among the ruling class.

10. Conclusion