Quiz on Government and Development

What are the three main meanings of government?

• As a system, as a structure, and as a policy

• As a theory, as a practice, and as a law

• As a business, as a community, and as a service

• As an academic field, as an institution, and as a process

Which organ of government is responsible for making laws?

• Executive

• Judiciary

• Legislature

• Civil Service

What is the primary focus of government as an art?

• Economic policies

• Mechanisms and procedures

• Theoretical frameworks

• Historical analysis

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of studying government?

• Promotes understanding of government workings

• Encourages political participation

• Increases personal wealth

• Develops insights into government practices

What does sovereignty refer to in the context of a state?

• The economic resources of a state

• The geographical boundaries of a state

• The population of a state

• The ability to govern without external interference

Which of the following is a feature of socialism?

• Minimal government regulation

• Collective ownership of resources

• Profit-oriented production

• Private ownership of production

What is the main goal of capitalism?

• Equitable distribution of resources

• Social welfare provision

• Maximizing profit

• Government control of the economy

Which type of authority is based on customs and traditions?

• Traditional authority

• Bureaucratic authority

• Legal authority

• Charismatic authority

What is the definition of legitimacy in government?

• The ability to enforce laws

• The recognition of a government’s right to rule

• The power to create policies

• The capacity to govern effectively

Which of the following is a characteristic of a state?

• Lack of a population

• No sovereignty

• Absence of a government

• Defined geographical boundaries