The term 'study of government' can be summarized as 'CIVICS', which is a 6-letter word. CIVICS is the study of the rights and duties of citizens in relation to their government. It is an interdisciplinary field that combines elements of history, political science, law, economics, sociology, and other social sciences. It focuses on the structure and functions of government, the rights and responsibilities of citizens, and the role of citizens in the political process.