Question: What is the definition of Theocracy? Po The form of government that recognizes gods as supreme rule. B Existence of groups for purposes of public decision making and leadership, maintaining social cohesion and order, protecting group rights, and ensuring safety from external threats. Form of political organization midway between the tribe and the chiefdom distinguished by increased reliance C on the leadership of key individuals who devote much of their efforts to developing a political following through personal ties and feasts financed through redistribution. D Political group that comprises several bands or lineage groups, each with similar language and lifestyle and occupying a distinct territory.