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Geroncracy

Definition:

Geroncracy refers to a form of governance or leadership where the elderly, specifically senior citizens, hold the dominant power or authority.

Examples:

• 1. The small town's geroncracy led to decisions that heavily favored the interests of the elderly population.
• 2. In some cultures, geroncracy is deeply embedded, and the wisdom and experience of older individuals are highly respected.
• 3. The geroncracy's policies often neglect the needs and aspirations of the younger generations.
• 4. The transition from geroncracy to a more inclusive leadership model poses numerous challenges in societies with deeply engrained traditions.

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