The political party that is currently in power and responsible for governing a country. It is used in contrast to the [[在野党|在野黨|zai4 ye3 dang3]].

A high-ranking official, chief magistrate, or executive officer; specifically used for the consuls of the Roman Republic or the archons of ancient Greece

a person who holds power or is in control of a government; ruler; powerholder

the way in which a government or political party exercises power and rules

The ability or capacity of a political party or individual to govern and exercise power.

governance based on rationality, evidence, and scientific principles