What form of government has power vested in the people?

• A. Democracy
• B. Monarchy
• C. Oligarchy
• D. Theocracy

Answer: (A)

Power vested in the people is the hallmark of a democracy, where citizens participate in governing and have a say in laws and leadership. In a democracy, people can shape choices through voting, and they may elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf or, in some cases, directly vote on issues. This arrangement centers authority on the populace rather than on a single ruler or a small elite.

In contrast, a monarchy concentrates power in a king or queen (often inherited), an oligarchy concentrates power in a few individuals or a small group, and a theocracy bases rule on religious authority or religious law rather than the broad consent of the people.