WORLD HISTORY

HISTORY

THE WORLD BETWEEN THE WARS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following statements is NOT characteristic of a totalitarian dictator?
A
creates a cult of personality
B
is strong willed
C
promotes democracy
D
uses persuasive rhetoric
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Option B is correct answer. Freedom of movement for citizens is the feature of democratic rule. On the other hand, Totalitarianism is a form of government that attempts to assert total control over the lives of its citizens.

Detailed explanation-2: -The characteristics of totalitarianism include: total single-party rule, glorified leadership, collective mobilization against enemies, widespread terror, state-controlled communication, attempts to change society, and a controlled economy.

Detailed explanation-3: -It is characterized by strong central rule that attempts to control and direct all aspects of individual life through coercion and repression. It does not permit individual freedom.

Detailed explanation-4: -Often regarded as the most extreme form of authoritarianism, totalitarianism is generally identified by dictatorial centralized rule dedicated to controlling all public and private aspects of individual life, to the benefit of the state, through coercion, intimidation, and repression.

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