GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

Detailed explanation-1: -Theocracy is the exercise of political power by the clergy or laity of a particular religion, usually, although not necessarily, claiming to be acting primarily on behalf of a divinity and governing according to its principles and requirements.

Detailed explanation-2: -The word theocracy originates from the Greek theokratia. The components of the word are theos, “god, ‘’ and kratein, “to rule, ‘’ hence “rule by god” or “government by god.” The concept of theocracy was first coined by the Jewish historian Flavius Josephus (37 CE–c. 100 CE).

Detailed explanation-3: -theocracy, government by divine guidance or by officials who are regarded as divinely guided. In many theocracies, government leaders are members of the clergy, and the state’s legal system is based on religious law. Theocratic rule was typical of early civilizations.