Types of Government

Anarchy Anarchy is a situation where there is no government. This can happen after a civil war in a country, when a government has been destroyed and rival groups are fighting to take its place.
Anarchists are people who believe that government is a bad thing. They say it stops people organising their own lives.

Capitalist In a capitalist or free-market country, people can own their own businesses and property. People can also buy services for private use, such as healthcare.
But most capitalist governments also provide their own education, health and welfare services.

Communist In a communist country, the government owns things like businesses and farms. It provides its people's healthcare, education and welfare.

Democracy In a democracy, the government is elected by the people.
Everyone who is eligible to vote has a chance to have their say over who runs the country. (CBBC Newsround)