1) A dictatorship is a form of government where one person or party has absolute power and authority without limits or accountability. 2) Key characteristics of dictatorships include the dictator having unlimited powers, a one-party system where opposition is not allowed, and an end to individual liberties and freedom of expression. 3) Dictators often use propaganda tools like media to spread messages promoting themselves and the regime while demanding patriotism and unity from citizens.

1. Dictatorship
It is derived from Latin word “dictator” means “a person who has absolute
powersand authority in a free society or state”. it is form of governmentin
which an individualhas absolute power and authority to makelaws. He is not
answerablebefore any forum. There is no limit of time or specific period for
his government. Itis totally against democracy. Public opinion has no values
in this system. Peopleare not allowed to criticize the government. They do not
enjoy the freedom of expression.
Definitions;
1) Walter thermor;
In this form of government, absolute power and
total authority is held by an individualor a small group.
2) Webster Dictionary;
A form of governmentin which absolute power is
concentrated around an individual.
Examples.
The followingare famousexamplesof dictatorship;
Name of dictator Country/state
Mustafakamal Turkey
Mussolini Italy
Hitler Germany
Saddan hussain Iraq
Zia ul aman Bangladesh
Ayubkhan Pakistan
Zia ul haqq Pakistan
Characteristics;
1) Unlimited powers;
In this form of government, the dictator has
absolute powers and unlimited authority. He is notanswerable

2. before anybody. Heexercises his powersin legislation,
administrativefunctionsand in judicial matters.
2) One party rule;
In dictatorship, only a single political party is allow
for political activities. Oppositionsparties are not allow to do any
kind of political activities. “1 state, 1 party and 1 leader” is the most
famousslogan of dictatorship.
3) To solve the problems;
The dictator presentsa program to solvethe
differentproblemsof people. The main objective of this program is
to gain fame for dictator. Economicand social problemsare given
very importancein dictatorship and to resolve these matters.
Differentsolutionsare suggested to satisfy the people.
4) Sanctity of state;
The state is declared very holy and sacred
institution in dictatorship. The famoussayingof Mussolini was
“Everythingwithin the state,
Nothing against the state,
Nothing outside the state.”
Peopleare asked to scarify their all for the survivalof state.
5) End of liberty;
The freedom of expression and liberties come to
an end in dictatorship. There is no question of political rights. People
have depended upon thedictator. Printand electronic media is
controlled by the government. Peoplearenot given the permission to
criticize government. The roleof the forcementagencies is very cruel.
6) Wast propaganda;
is Differentpropagandatoolsare used to get
fame for dictator. Radio, TV and printmediaare used for this
purpose. Photo and messages of dictator are published on books,
notebooks and calendars. The message is given to people that
dictator is very necessary for society and state. The plan for national

3. developmentis advertised at large scale. The information minister
of Hitler used to say
“Tell a lie; tell a lie until people consideredit truth”
7) Economic development ;
Dictator establishes differentprograms
for national developmentand economicprogress. These programs
are advertised by printmediaand electronic media. The main
objective of these programs is to get popularity for dictator among
the people.
8) Propagandaof national unit;
The slogans of nationalintegrity and
unity are given much importancein dictatorship. The state is
declared the most importantthing for citizens. They are asked to do
morework for nationalintegrity. Patriotism and unity is the first
and foremostdemand from citizens.
9) Enemy ofpeace;
Dictators are considered are the enemy of peace.
Wecan get very clear evidencefrom history. For example; German
dictator Hitler and Italian dictator Mussolini destroy the whole
world by 2nd world war. Therefore, democracy is muchbetter
system in the award.
10) Wrong decisions;
In dictatorship, an individualhasabsolute power
for making decisions. His advisorsare not allowed to contradict with his
opinion. Human mentalapproachis limited. Therefore the decision madeby
an individualmay bewrong. It can provevery dangerousand harmfulfor
state and society.