Title: What Is Theocracy? - WorldAtlas
Headings: What Is Theocracy?
What Is Theocracy?
What Is A Theocracy?
History Of Theocracy
Characteristics Of A Theocracy
Which Countries Currently Have A Theocracy?
Vatican City
Iran
Central Tibetan Administration
Advantages Of A Theocracy
Disadvantages Of A Theocracy

Content: Vatican City
Vatican City, also known as the Holy See, is an example of a Catholic theocracy. It was founded in 1929, nearly six decades after the Kingdom of Italy captured Rome and the Papal States. Today, the ruler of Vatican City is the Pope. The citizens do not elect the Pope, but rather he is chosen by the College of Cardinals which consists of clerical men. The position of Pope is served for life, only ending after death or resignation. Once elected, the Pope appoints a Secretary for Relations with States to be in charge of maintaining and creating relations with other countries. The only individuals with voting power are Cardinals under the age of 80. The legal system is based on the Catholic Church’s canon law, but the Pope has the last word on which laws are enacted. Iran
Iran is one of the several Islamic states. Others include Afghanistan, Saudi Arabia, Mauritania, Sudan, and Yemen.