Weber (1919) said that the states monopoly of the use of force was legitimated by______________?

Correct answer: A. rational -legal authority

  • A. rational -legal authority
  • B. charismatic authority
  • C. traditional authority
  • D. value-rational authority

Explanation

Weber linked the modern state's legitimate monopoly of force with rational-legal authority, where obedience is given to formally established laws and offices. Charismatic and traditional authority depend instead on personal devotion or custom.

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