Question

Since the collapse of the Soviet Union, many would argue that Russia has been ruled by an oligarchy, characterized by power being held by which of the following?

A. An assembly of all male citizens
B. A single monarch
C. The common people
D. A small group of rich and powerful aristocrats​

Answer 1

D. A small group of rich and powerful aristocrats.

Step-by-step explanation:

An oligarchy is a form of ruling in which the power is held by a small number of people distinguishable of being part of the nobility, aristocracy, clergy, military. These people think that are more suitable to be in the power than the common people and therefore forbid access to them to government positions.

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