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A theocracy is not a democracy; being ruled by God (or by His representative) is not the same as being ruled by the majority of voters. However, it is possible to combine democracy and theocracy. In Iran, for example, there is a Supreme Council of Ayatollahs which is the ultimate authority, and can overrule any decision of the Iranian government, however, there is also an elected Iranian government. So Iran does have elections, but the elections do not really matter since the real power in the country is an unelected body of clerics.
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In some cases, theocracies may hold elections, but the extent to which these elections are free and fair can vary. In some theocratic countries, elections may be limited to specific candidates or groups that align with the religious authority. There may also be restrictions on political parties or dissenting views. Overall, theocracy tends to prioritize religious authority over democratic principles, so the level of freedom in elections can be limited.
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