Despotism /(?)/

Des·po·tism

Despotism

n.
  1. The power, spirit, or principles of a despot; absolute control over others; tyrannical sway; tyranny.
  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.