regency

Given a predicate that represents a relationship or action between entities, generate a one-sentence description explaining its meaning.  
# Instructions
Focus on describing the relationship, not the entities themselves. 
# Response Format
Begin the description with \' Indicates...\'

Predicate: regency

Indicates that one entity exercises ruling authority on behalf of another, typically when the latter is unable to govern directly (such as due to minority, absence, or incapacity).