Power and Authority

Definition

Power refers to the ability to influence or control others within a political system, while authority is the legitimate right to exercise power.

Related terms

Legitimacy:

Legitimacy refers to whether an individual or institution's exercise of power is seen as rightful and accepted by society.

Authoritarianism:

Authoritarianism is a form of government where power is concentrated in one leader or group without much accountability.

Democracy:

Democracy is a system where power rests with the people through voting and participation in decision-making processes.