Legal Definitions - theocracy

Definition: Theocracy is a form of government where religious leaders or representatives who claim to act under the guidance of a divine power hold the power to rule the state.

For example, Iran is a theocratic state where the Supreme Leader, who is a religious figure, holds ultimate power over the government and the people. Another example is the Vatican City, which is ruled by the Pope, who is the head of the Roman Catholic Church.

Theocracies are often associated with religious fundamentalism and can lead to the suppression of individual freedoms and human rights.