Despotism
Despotism , noun
[Compare French despotisme.]
1.
The power, spirit, or principles of a despot; absolute control over others; tyrannical sway; tyranny.
The despotism of vice.
2.
A government which is directed by a despot; a despotic monarchy; absolutism; autocracy.
Despotism... is the only form of government which may with safety to itself neglect the education of its infant poor.