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-Oligarchy is a form of [government](/wiki/government) where [power](/wiki/power) rests with a small, privileged group. This elite often holds influence through wealth, military might, or lineage, shaping society to their advantage. Unlike [democracy](/wiki/democracy), where power is broadly distributed, an oligarchy concentrates control, often leading to policies that benefit the ruling class at the expense of the general population.
+Oligarchy is a form of [government](/wiki/government) where [power](/wiki/power) rests with a small, privileged group, often referred to as an [elite](/wiki/elite). This ruling class typically distinguishes itself through attributes such as immense [wealth](/wiki/wealth), military strength, noble lineage, or specialized knowledge. The concentration of power in an oligarchy means that political, economic, and social decisions are made by a select few, rather than being broadly distributed among the populace as in a [democracy](/wiki/democracy). This often results in policies that primarily benefit the interests of the ruling group, potentially leading to widespread [inequality](/wiki/inequality) and limited representation for the general population.
+Historically, oligarchies have appeared in various forms, including aristocracies where power is inherited, and plutocracies where wealth is the primary determinant of influence. In such systems, the ruling minority often employs mechanisms like control over resources, information, and sometimes [repression](/wiki/repression) to maintain its dominance and prevent challenges to its authority. The lack of broader public participation and accountability in an oligarchy can contribute to political instability and social unrest over time.
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-Oligarchy is a form of [government](/wiki/government) where [power](/wiki/power) rests with a small, privileged group. This elite often holds influence through wealth, military might, or lineage, shaping society to their advantage.
+Oligarchy is a form of [government](/wiki/government) where [power](/wiki/power) rests with a small, privileged group. This elite often holds influence through wealth, military might, or lineage, shaping society to their advantage. Unlike [democracy](/wiki/democracy), where power is broadly distributed, an oligarchy concentrates control, often leading to policies that benefit the ruling class at the expense of the general population.
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+Oligarchy is a form of [government](/wiki/government) where [power](/wiki/power) rests with a small, privileged group. This elite often holds influence through wealth, military might, or lineage, shaping society to their advantage.
+## See also
+- [Democracy](/wiki/democracy)
+- [Aristocracy](/wiki/aristocracy)
+- [Plutocracy](/wiki/plutocracy)
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