was an oligarchy ruled by aristocrats.True or false?
Social Studies · Middle School · Sun Jan 24 2021
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True.
An oligarchy is a form of government where power effectively rests with a small number of individuals. These individuals could be distinguished by royalty, wealth, family ties, education, corporate, or military control. Aristocrats, being part of the elite social class, especially those with noble titles or who come from hereditary ruling families, often played a significant role in oligarchic systems. Thus, throughout history, many oligarchies were indeed ruled by aristocrats.