Political System

This presentation includes Political system definition, functions, types and systems around the world.

1. Presented by Mishal Arshad

2. Political system. a coordinated set of principles, laws, ideas, and procedures relating to a particular form of government, or the form of government it self. Democracy  is a political system in which citizens govern themselves. Definition:

3. To maintain integration of society by determining norms. To adapt and change elements of social, economic, religious systems necessary for achieving collective (political) goals. To protect the honor of the political system from outside threats. Functions of political system:

4. There are three main types of political systems. Totalitarian system Oligarchic system Democratic system Types of Political Systems:

5. This is a repressive, unfree type of society. A  totalitarian  society is usually ruled by a dictator, and there is very little or no freedom. In  totalitarianism the government  controls almost every aspect of life. Totalitarian system

6. The political term oligarchy , comes to English from the Greek with its  meaning  intact. Any form of government in which there is a ‘rule by a few’. It is a system in which a small group (elites) rules and holds supreme power over a larger society. Oligarchic system:

7. Government by the people, exercised either  directly or through elected representatives. The common people, considered as the  primary source of political power. Majority rule. Democratic system:

8. Some of the five more common political systems around the world include: Democracy Republic Monarchy Communism Dictatorship Political systems around the world

9. A democracy in a more traditional sense is a political system that allows for each individual to participate.  Democracy

10. In theory, a republic is a political system in which the government remains mostly subject to those governed. Some of the types of republics that you might see include: Crowned Single Party Capitalist Federal Parliamentary Republic

11. When most of us think of a monarchy, we think of the political systems of medieval European countries. In a monarchy, a ruler is not usually chosen by the voice of the people or their representatives. Often a monarch is the head of state until he or she death. Monarchy

12. Communism is often considered an authoritarian political system.  It is the philosophical, social, political, and economic ideology and movement whose ultimate goal is the establishment of the  communist society.

13. Another authoritarian form of government is the dictatorship. A dictator is the main individual ruling the country.  Dictators are not restricted by constitutions or parliaments. Elections held are usually affairs in which the dictator is the only candidate.   Dictatorship