Power based on a belief in the sanctity of long-standing traditions and the legitimate right of rulers to exercise authority in accordance with these traditions is known as ______.

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Traditional authority is a form of power in which authority is derived from long-standing customs, practices, and traditions, often associated with hereditary rulers, such as monarchs or tribal chiefs. This type of authority is legitimized by the belief that certain individuals or groups have a natural right to exercise power due to their status or lineage.

Power Based on a Belief in the Sanctity of Long-Standing