Question

Which of the following is an example of a theocracy?

A. A tribal society with one ruler who relies on his relatives for advice
B. A small kingdom where all laws are based on sacred texts
C. An empire with a queen who takes advice only from her male advisers
D. A society in which decisions are made based on committee vote

Answer 1

B. A small kingdom where all laws are based on sacred texts.

Step-by-step explanation:

The word theocracy is comprised of two Greek words theos meaning God and krateo meaning to rule. Therefore theocracy is a type of government which rules with the reorganization of a deity or god. If the laws of a state are based on sacred texts that means that ultimate authority is the religious head where an individual or a group of people are ruling in the name of religious authority.

Answer 2

Answer: B. A small kingdom where all laws are based on sacred texts

Explanation: The basic preponderance of defining a theocratic regulated society is the foundation of all laws on religious beliefs. It means that the law is not based on civil rights or natural laws, but exclusively on religious writings and laws. In addition, theocracy can be a monarchy and a republic, it is important that the laws are religious. Of the options offered, the only option has the features of theocracy is the second one.