Elections limit the power of which type(s) of government(s)? Select all that apply.

Question

1. constitutional monarchy
2. constitutional republic
3. dictatorship
4. oligarchy
5. totalitarian

Answer 1

Elections primarily limit the power of the following types of government:

3. dictatorship
4. oligarchy
5. totalitarian

In these systems, the absence of free and fair elections typically allows leaders to maintain unchecked power. In contrast, constitutional monarchies and constitutional republics, which often incorporate democratic processes, are designed to have elections that limit governmental power and promote accountability.