Select the word that best conveys the meaning of the following sentence:-
A political or philosophical theory that advocates the elimination of all forms of government.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → Anarchism
Anarchism is the political theory that all forms of government should be abolished and society organised by free, voluntary cooperation. It comes from the Greek "anarkhia": "an-" (without) + "arkhos" (ruler).
Example: The young rebel was drawn to anarchism and its dream of a society without rulers.
Why the Other Options are Incorrect?
Option 1: Existentialism — Incorrect. Existentialism is the philosophy that each person gives meaning to life through free choices and must take responsibility for them; it is not a theory about government.
Option 2: Totalitarianism — Incorrect. Totalitarianism is a system in which the state has total control over every part of life; it is nearly the opposite of anarchism.
Option 4: Utilitarianism — Incorrect. Utilitarianism is the ethical theory that the right action is the one that gives the greatest happiness to the greatest number.