Which characteristic is central to fascism as a political ideology?

Source: JAMB · 2024

Which characteristic is central to fascism as a political ideology?

  1. Promotion of individual rights
  2. Emphasis on class struggle
  3. Authoritarian nationalism ✓
  4. Advocacy for economic equality
Explanation

Fascism combines strong nationalism with a dictator in total control. Individual rights are suppressed.

Mussolini in Italy and Hitler in Germany led fascist governments. They demanded total loyalty to the state.

Fascism opposes democracy, liberalism, and individual freedoms.

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