Question

Why did Oligarchy start in Greece?

Answer 1

1. When the Greek City-States’first emerged, they still carried the legacy of the past.
2. The rulers came from lines of traditional chieftains.
3. Those who grew rich from the expansion of trade resented the privileges enjoyed by the old ruling families.
4. The outcome was the overthrow of the kings and the establishment of “oligarchies” in many city-states.