Absolute rule is a form of government where a single leader or authority holds complete power over the state. This means that the ruler makes all decisions without any legal limitations or checks from other branches of government. Examples of absolute rulers include monarchs like Louis XIV of France, who famously stated, "L'état, c'est moi" (I am the state). In an absolute rule system, citizens typically have limited rights and freedoms, as the ruler's decisions are final. This type of governance can lead to efficient decision-making but may also result in oppression and lack of accountability, as seen in various historical contexts, such as absolute monarchies and dictatorships.