Republic
Republic
Republic (pronunciation: /rɪˈpʌblɪk/) is a form of government where power resides in elected individuals representing the citizen body and government leaders exercise power according to the rule of law. In modern times, the definition of a republic is commonly limited to a government which excludes a monarch.
Etymology
The term republic comes from the Latin res publica, which means "public affair". It was first used in the 17th century to refer to states that had a republican form of government.
Related Terms
- Democracy: A system of government where the citizens exercise power by voting.
- Monarchy: A form of government where a single person reigns, usually a king or queen.
- Oligarchy: A form of power structure in which power rests with a small number of people.
- Constitution: A body of fundamental principles or established precedents according to which a state or other organization is acknowledged to be governed.
- Government: The governing body of a nation, state, or community.
- Citizen: A legally recognized subject or national of a state or commonwealth, either native or naturalized.
- Election: A formal group decision-making process by which a population chooses an individual to hold public office.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Republic
- Wikipedia's article - Republic
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