What term describes a political policy dominated by the military and the buildup of arms?

• A. Militarism
• B. Liberalism
• C. Democracy
• D. Capitalism

Answer: (A)

Militarism is a political approach in which military power and institutions hold primary influence over a country's government and foreign policy. It involves prioritizing the buildup of armed forces, weapons development, and readiness for conflict, so decisions—including budgets and diplomacy—are driven by military concerns. When policy is dominated by the military, defense priorities shape how the state acts on the world stage, often emphasizing deterrence and potential warfare over peaceful negotiation. This description matches a situation where the military’s influence and arms accumulation drive policy. In contrast, liberalism focuses on individual rights and limits on government power, democracy centers on rule by the people, and capitalism is an economic system based on private ownership and markets. These terms describe different ideas and are not about military dominance in policy and armaments.