Not adhering to democratic principles or practices.

Characterized by lack of popular participation in governance.

Oppressive rule without fair representation and accountability.

Authoritarian - absolute power, no accountability to the people.

Totalitarian - centralized control over all aspects of society.

Autocratic - ruler with unlimited authority and sole decision-making power.

Dictatorial - ruling by force without democratic processes or freedoms.

Oligarchic- government controlled by a small group of individuals.