Question

which action is indicative of an autocratic system of government?
o a peaceful protest against a new policy is shut down by use of force.
o an election is held to gauge interest in changing a countrys constitution.
o a legislative body passes a law that is then ruled illegal by the courts.
o a group of oil companies tells the government to write laws that help the oil companies.

Explanation:

In an autocratic system, power is concentrated in the hands of one ruler or a small group. A peaceful protest being shut down by force shows a lack of respect for citizens' rights to dissent, which is common in autocratic regimes where the government suppresses opposition to maintain control. Elections (option B) imply some form of popular participation, which is not typical of autocracy. A legislative body having its law ruled illegal by courts (option C) suggests a system with checks and balances (more like a democratic or semi - democratic system). A group of companies influencing government (option D) is more related to corporate lobbying in a capitalist system rather than autocracy.

Answer:

A. A peaceful protest against a new policy is shut down by use of force.