Tiers of government

What is the role of the Cabinet in a government?

• Making or changing laws

• Influencing government decisions

• Representing citizens

• Controlling the media

What is the main purpose of lobbying?

• Acting as a representative in parliament

• Supporting a cause or proposal

• Controlling the government

• Influencing someone in power to make a decision

What is the importance of public participation in governance?

• Preventing leaders from abusing power

• Hiding government actions from the public

• Avoiding accountability for decisions

• Ignoring public needs

What is the responsibility of political leaders according to the text?

• Ignoring basic human rights

• Avoiding responsibility for actions

• Hiding information from the public

• Being transparent and accountable

What does good governance involve?

• Producing results slowly

• Neglecting basic human rights

• Avoiding accountability and hiding actions

• Keeping people informed and being transparent

What is the definition of governance according to the text?

• The way taxes are collected

• The way protests are organized

• The way something is controlled and managed

• The way elections are held

What is the correct way for citizens to participate in governance?

• Stand for elections and vote

• Avoid community meetings and organizations

• Ignore service delivery and policy making

• Refuse to pay taxes

What is a common method of showing support for change according to the text?

• Ignoring elections

• Protest or petition

• Avoiding community meetings

• Refusing to pay taxes

How does public participation contribute to effective governance?

• It hinders decision-making processes

• It ensures diverse perspectives are considered

• It limits accountability

• It promotes corruption

What is the role of civil society in promoting good governance?

• Undermining democratic processes

• Advocating for transparency and accountability

• Suppressing public opinion

• Controlling government actions