Please Define the Following Key Terms

question 40

Essay

Please define the following key terms. Show Who? What? Where? When? Why Important?
-Irnerius

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Definitions:

Oligarchical Regime

is a form of government in which power rests with a small number of people distinguished by royalty, wealth, family ties, education, corporate, or military control.

Republic

A form of government in which power resides in elected individuals representing the citizen body and government leaders exercise power according to the rule of law.

Elite Theory

A theory in political science and sociology which posits that a small minority, consisting of members of the economic elite and policy-planning networks, holds the most power—and that this power is independent of a state's democratic elections process.

Self-Interests

The focus on one's own advantages or well-being without necessarily considering those of others.