Bureaucratic Authoritarianism

Bureaucratic Authoritarianism is a political system where a country's government is run mainly by a disciplined, technocratic elite within the bureaucracy, often supported by military or security forces. It emphasizes a top-down approach, minimizing political competition and democratic processes to maintain stability and control. Decision-making is based on expertise and administrative efficiency rather than popular representation, often leading to restrictions on political freedoms. This system is typically adopted during periods of economic or political crisis to ensure order, sometimes at the expense of civil liberties and democratic participation.