民政
Meanings
civil administration; civil government
A governmental or administrative system run by civilian authorities, often contrasted with 軍政, military administration.
See also: 軍政
The occupied territory shifted from military rule to civil administration the following year.
A new civil government body took charge of local administration.
welfare-oriented politics; government for public welfare
A more abstract political use: governance concerned with the welfare and stability of the people. It is relatively formal and often appears in historical or political discussion.
That governor valued welfare-oriented government and focused on education and social welfare.
Usage patterns
- 〈場所〉に民政を敷くto institute civilian administration (in a place)
The occupying forces instituted civilian administration in the region.
- 民政下に置くto place under civilian rule
The region was placed under civilian rule.