Question

Which TWO forms of government found in the first half of the twentieth century are MOST alike?

Answer 1

Authoritarianism and totalitarianism

Answer 2

Answer: Authoritarianism and totalitarianism

Totalitarian and authoritarian regimes are not equivalent, even though they do share many commonalities. Authoritarian regimes are those in which the power lies in the hands of a single actor. This could be a dictator, or a group of people, such as a junta. Their main purpose is controlling power. Totalitarian regimes, on the other hand, go much further, and they want to control all aspects of life, including the economy, art, science, private life and morality of citizens.