Gerontocracy(noun)
A system of government or rule by old people, especially elderly leaders.
Hindi meaning:वृद्धतंत्र, बुज़ुर्गों द्वारा शासन
Synonyms: Eldership, Oligarchy, Senior rule, Rule by elders
Antonyms: Democracy, Youth rule, Egalitarianism, Meritocracy
Example: Some critics described the party leadership as a gerontocracy dominated by very old politicians.
Trick to remember: Gerontocracy = geron means old age + cracy means rule, so it means old logon ka rule.
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