Civics Polity

Political Systems and Government

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Political systems and government frameworks determine how power is distributed and exercised within a society. This topic covers concepts like democracies, republics, meritocracies, and the separation of powers. It is a vital part of the polity syllabus for various competitive examinations.

Types of governmentSeparation of powersPolitical legitimacyDelegation of authorityDecision making structures

Political Systems and Government Questions

Multiple choice

What are the bases of Power?

  1. Coercive Power, Reward Power, Legitimate power, Expert power, Referent Power, Information Power

  2. Coercive Power, Reward Power, Legitimate power, Expert power, Empathic Power, Information Power

  3. Social Power, Reward Power, Legitimate power, Expert power, Referent Power, Information Power

  4. Coercive Power, Reward Power, Legitimate power, Knowledge power, Referent Power, Information Power
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Explanation

French and Raven's (1959) classic model identifies five bases of power: Coercive, Reward, Legitimate, Expert, and Referent. Information power was later added as a sixth base.

Multiple choice

In Russia, what kinds of power does the president have?

  1. some power, but the State Duma makes all decisions.

  2. they appoint the prime minister, who makes all big decisions

  3. they head the executive branch but have very limited power.

  4. They are the country’s most powerful leader.
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Under the current Russian constitution, the president holds significant executive power, including the ability to influence government policy and appoint key officials.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is true about Pakistan?

  1. It has gone between civilian governments and military rule.

  2. It has a democratic form of government.

  3. It is a country of many religions.

  4. It consists of both Western Pakistan and Eastern Pakistan.
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Explanation

Pakistan's political history has been marked by frequent instability, characterized by alternating periods of civilian governance and direct military rule.

Multiple choice

What is a military dictatorship?

  1. a situation where citizens elect representatives

  2. where a king, queen, or emperor rules the country

  3. a situation where the military rules the country

  4. a situation where a single man or woman rules the country
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C Correct answer
Explanation

A military dictatorship is a form of government where political power is held by the armed forces, usually following a coup or period of instability.

Multiple choice

A limited government is a government in which …

  1. The government has complete control over its citizens.

  2. The government is made up of three branches

  3. The government does not have control over its citizens.

  4. The government is ruled by a small group of people
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C Correct answer
Explanation

A limited government is one where the power of the government is restricted by law or a constitution, ensuring that it cannot exert total control over the lives of its citizens.

Multiple choice

How is communism best described?

  1. A government where a king or queen make all decisions

  2. A government in which a small group makes all the decisions.

  3. A government where citizens elect representatives

  4. A government where one political party controls everything
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Communism, in practice, is characterized by a single-party state where the government maintains centralized control over political and economic life.

Multiple choice

How is an oligarchy best described?

  1. A government where a king or queen make all decisions

  2. A government where citizens elect representatives

  3. A government in which a small group makes all the decisions.

  4. A government where one individual controls everything
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C Correct answer
Explanation

An oligarchy is a form of power structure in which power rests with a small number of people, often distinguished by nobility, wealth, education, or corporate, religious, or military control.

Multiple choice

How is a monarchy best described?

  1. A government where a king or queen make all of the decisions

  2. A government where citizens elect representatives

  3. A government in which a small group makes all the decisions

  4. A government where one individual controls everything
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A monarchy is a form of government in which a person, the monarch, is head of state for life or until abdication, typically inheriting the position.

Multiple choice

How is a dictatorship best described?

  1. A government where a king or queen make all of the decisions

  2. A government where citizens elect representatives who lead

  3. A government in which a small group make all the decisions.

  4. A government where one individual controls everything
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D Correct answer
Explanation

A dictatorship is a form of government where absolute power is held by a single individual or a small clique. Option D correctly identifies the concentration of power in one individual.

Multiple choice

How is a democracy best described?

  1. A government where a king makes all of the decisions.

  2. A government in which a small group make all the decisions.

  3. A government where citizens elect representatives

  4. A government where one individual controls everything
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C Correct answer
Explanation

A democracy is characterized by the participation of citizens in the decision-making process, typically through the election of representatives. Option C accurately reflects this representative system.

Multiple choice history greek, roman and american civilisations greek civilisation greek civilization the classical world

Which of the following is an accurate statement regarding the Greek city states?

  1. Despite frequent military conflicts, they shared a central government

  2. Although they were isolated from each other, they still shared the same political rights

  3. Despite frequent military conflicts, their inhabitants shared many cultural traits and ideals

  4. Because of the rise of democratic ideals, there were no absolutist governments

  5. Most of the population had a say in the laws that were created
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