Repressive State Apparatus

The Repressive State Apparatus refers to government institutions like the police, military, and judiciary that enforce laws, maintain order, and suppress threats to the state's stability. These institutions use force or legal measures to control society, ensuring that rules and authority are upheld. Unlike ideological institutions (such as education or media) that shape people's beliefs, the repressive apparatus directly intervenes to enforce compliance and manage conflicts, often in response to challenges or dissent against the ruling power.