Dyarchy

/ˈdaɪɑrki/ noun

Definition

A system of government in which power is held jointly by two rulers or authorities.

Etymology

From Greek dy- (two) plus arkhia (rule or government), literally meaning 'rule by two.' The term was used to describe systems like ancient Sparta and some other historical governments.

Kelly Says

Dyarchy is one of humanity's oldest political experiments—ancient Sparta's two-king system prevented tyranny for centuries, proving that splitting power can actually stabilize a government!

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