Question

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The Pharaoh was the God-King and controlled all aspects of Egyptian Society. Their government was one based on religious authority. What type of government did the Ancient Egyptians have?

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Answer 1

Their government was a Theocracy

Answer 2

Answer: Theocracy

Step-by-step explanation:

Ancient Egypt's government was a theocracy, meaning there´s a ruler who claims to govern on behalf of a deity.

The Pharaoh was the head of state and the divine representative of the gods, so he was considered to be a kind of god himself as well. Therefore, no one could confront him because everybody believed that could displease the Gods.