Repressive State Apparatuses (RSAs) refer to institutions and mechanisms used by a government to maintain control and enforce order through coercion. These include the military, police, and judicial systems, which can suppress dissent and manage social behavior. RSAs operate primarily through force or the threat of force to ensure compliance with state laws and policies. In contrast to Ideological State Apparatuses, which shape beliefs and values through education and media, RSAs focus on direct enforcement. They play a crucial role in upholding the power of the state, often intervening in situations that threaten its stability or authority.