Authorities, or power, refer to the ability of individuals or groups to influence or control the actions and decisions of others. This can be seen in various contexts, such as government, where political leaders create laws and policies, or in organizations, where managers guide employees. Authority can be formal, based on a position, or informal, based on personal influence. The concept of authority is often linked to social structures and hierarchies, which establish roles and responsibilities. Different types of authority include legal-rational authority, based on established laws, traditional authority, rooted in customs, and charismatic authority, derived from personal qualities. Understanding these forms helps clarify how power operates in society.