Authoritarian rulers typically enjoy power for only a short period of time and are often overthrown.How does their overthrow typically come about?

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Authoritarian rulers often maintain their hold on power through control of the military or ruling party. However, if a faction within one of these groups becomes disgruntled with the ruler or sees an opportunity to take power themselves, they may stage a coup or rebellion to overthrow the ruler. This is a common scenario in the overthrow of authoritarian rulers. Options A, B, and C may also play a role in the downfall of a ruler, but are less common than a military or party-led overthrow.

Authoritarian Rulers Typically Enjoy Power for Only a Short Period