I think that you are asking about a "Matriarchal Society" or culture.
In Iroquois society, the women held a special role. They believed to be linked to the earth's power to create life, hence women determined how the food would be distributed.
Complete power held by a single person is called a dictatorship.
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In the Iroquois Confederacy, power was held by both men and women, but the clan mothers played a crucial role in decision-making. The clan mothers, who were elder women, selected and could remove male leaders called sachems. While men served as leaders and warriors, women managed the social and agricultural aspects of life, ensuring a balance of power within the clan. This matrilineal structure emphasized the importance of women's roles in governance and community welfare.
No, women were held in high esteem by most households. It was only those in power who used women a chattels.
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Yes, women in the Songhai Empire held various forms of power and influence. They could engage in trade, own property, and manage businesses, which allowed them to play significant roles in the economy. Additionally, some women held political power, such as the title of "Queen Mother," which granted them a voice in governance and decision-making. Overall, while the extent of their power varied, women in Songhai had notable agency in both social and economic spheres.