Government as an Academic Field of Study
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Government as an Academic Field of Study

Government as an academic field of study is a subject which is studied in our high schools. It is also a social science discipline, which is offered in the university's although it bears different names such as Political Science or Political Studies or Politics in these institutions.
Society – Definition, Characteristics & Examples
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Society – Definition, Features & Examples (Government)

Any discussion of the state and government is incomplete without a clarification of the meaning of the term 'society'. Sociologically, a society consist of all the people who share a distinct and continuing way of life and think of themselves as one united people.  It is a group of people with common interest.
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Political Authority | Definition, Sources & Examples

Political Authority - Authority is recognition of the right to rule regardless of who the ruler is. Unlike power, which to a large extent involves the use of force, authority is a light to rule. As such, a person is said to have authority if his rule is accepted by the people without question.