Democracies, where the populace was allowed to show overt disapproval of the ruling government, were thought particularly vulnerable.

The ruling government used a decree banning gatherings of more than five people to arrest them.

Throughout the novel he discovers the true nature of the ruling government and the rebel organization.

This unfair taxation led to further dislike of the ruling government.

However, the ruling government has decided not to impose due to fear of lack of evidences.