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1. Political Structure

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   The political structure of any given polity refers to the established framework of rules$,$ institutions, and hierarchical relationships through which power is distributed, legitimized, and exercised over a defined territory and population. It encompasses the formal mechanisms of governance, such as constitutions, legal codes, and [electoral processes](/ent…