Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the underlined group of words. The liberal leadership simply joined the ranks of the existing government by the few.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Oligarchy.
Oligarchy is a form of government structure in which power rests with a small number of people. Thus, option 4 i.e. Oligarchy is the correct substitution.
Other options mean:
Plutocracy means a government by the wealthy.
Democracy is a system in which the government of a country is elected by the people.
Autocracy is a system of government of a country in which one person has complete power.