Bureaucratism

Excessive regulation and formality required before action can be taken.

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The misuse of power by officials for personal gain. Historical and Theoretical Context bureaucratism

A callous attitude toward individuals, treating people as files rather than humans, and isolating officials from the citizens they serve. bureaucratism

Placing strict adherence to rules and paperwork above efficiency, effectiveness, or common sense.

A tendency to issue orders from above without understanding or caring for the reality on the ground.