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A theocratic society is a society that is governed by religious rules. For example, many middle eastern countries could be considered theocracies.
Yes, both France and Britain governed many countries in the past.
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Iran is at least one country with a theocratic government.
The Vatican is a theocracy; some consider Iran to be a theocratic republic.
Only in backward theocratic countries. Added: Not in the US.
The word "theocratic" comes from the Greek words for "god" and "government. It means "government by priests" or whatever kind of religious leaders the particular state has. A "theocratic republic" would be a state whose governors are elected from a group of priests. Vatican City is a "theocratic republic". The government of Iran, although described as a republic, is really more like a theocratic constitutional monarchy, as the Supreme Leader (Ayatollah) is not an elected position (but is one which is always filled by a top cleric.)
Yes, when religious leaders run a government it is a theocracy. Many countries today are still theocratic.
At its peak, the British Empire governed over 50 countries, territories, and colonies. These included Australia, Canada, India, South Africa, and numerous others across Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, and the Pacific.
There are no countries on the Antarctic continent. It is governed by the Antarctic Treaty
A government governs a country.