USA HISTORY

SETTLING NORTH AMERICA 1497 1732

FOUNDING OF THE NEW ENGLAND COLONIES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
A government based on religious principles is called a
A
Theocracy
B
monarchy
C
democracy
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

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 comes from the Greek words theos (’God, deity’) and kratia (rule, governance) and can therefore be understood as meaning ‘rule by God’. In practice, this usually means that the state’s political leadership is drawn from the clergy of a particular religious group, who act in the name of God.

Detailed explanation-3: -A theocracy is a form of government in which one person or a group of people rules in the name of a deity or god (or multiple deities and/or gods). In most theocracies, government officials are considered divinely guided, and most laws are derived from sacred texts and religious teachings.

Detailed explanation-4: -The form of government that puts a bunch of people in power is called a theocracy. In this form of government, religious doctrines rule the country. A priest assumes the leadership position. The priest rules in the name of god. Vatican City is an example of theocracy.

Detailed explanation-5: -” The definition of theocracy is ‘’a state that is governed by a government that derives its authority directly from a religion, usually invoking the authority of a religious deity. ‘’ Prominent examples are the ancient Hebrews, ancient Egypt, and Islamic countries both ancient and modern.

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