THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF GOVERNMENTS Here are the major types of government, with their meanings and examples for easy understanding: 1. Democracy Meaning: A system of government where power belongs to the people, either exercised directly or through elected representatives. Examples: ✅ Philippines ✅ United States ✅ India 2. Republic Meaning: A government in which the head of state is elected, and leaders govern according to a constitution and laws, not inherited power. Examples: ✅ Philippines (De