What is a form of government were there is self rule by the people?

A form of government where there is self-rule by the people is known as democracy. In a democracy, citizens have the right to participate in decision-making processes, typically through voting in elections to choose representatives or to directly vote on policies and laws. This system emphasizes individual freedoms, equal participation, and the protection of minority rights. Variants of democracy include direct democracy, where citizens vote on issues directly, and representative democracy, where they elect officials to make decisions on their behalf.