provisional government
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temporary or emergency government body/authority created when none exists
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A provisional government is a temporary governing authority created to fill a gap when no legitimate or functioning government is in place. It matters because it provides basic structure and decision-making during periods of upheaval, allowing society to function while working toward establishing a permanent government.
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- Instance of
- form of government
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- regime
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