What distinguishes a theocracy from a monarchy?

A. In a theocracy, the government is involved in all aspects of citizin's lives.

B. In a theocracy, the executive branch is separate from the legislative branch.

C. In a theocracy, power is given to religious leaders rather than members of a ruling family.

D. In a theocracy, the governments powers are extremely limited.

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26 July, 10:29

What distinguishes a theocracy from a monarchy?

A. In a theocracy, the government is involved in all aspects of citizin's lives.

B. In a theocracy, the executive branch is separate from the legislative branch.

C. In a theocracy, power is given to religious leaders rather than members of a ruling family.

D. In a theocracy, the governments powers are extremely limited.

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Kaitlyn Walker · Answer 1

The answers is C

Kimberly Watts · Answer 2

C. In a theocracy, power is given to religious leaders rather than members of a ruling family.

Explanation:

The best example of a theocracy today is the Islamic Republic of Iran, where power is in the hands of the clergy, the ayatollahs.