Which of the following best describes the rule in Zaire (now the Democratic Republic of the Congo)by the government of Mobutu Sese Seko from 1965 until 1997?
A) one-party rule with strong use of clientelism
B) military rule tending toward bureaucratic authoritarianism
C) personal rule with increasing reliance on patrimonialism over time
D) illiberal democracy

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Mobutu Sese Seko established personal rule in Zaire, which was characterized by increasing reliance on patrimonialism and corruption over time. He consolidated power by promoting members of his ethnic group to key positions and enriching himself and his closest associates through the country's natural resource wealth. While there were other political parties, they were largely controlled by Mobutu's regime and elections were heavily manipulated. This type of rule is most accurately described as a personalistic regime.

Which of the Following Best Describes the Rule in Zaire