3 Questions
What is the primary purpose of government?
To make binding decisions for a society
What is the source of government power?
The people
What is the primary factor that led to the need for government?
The coming together of people to live in society
Study Notes
- Government is the formal institutions and processes through which binding decisions are made for a society.
- Government can be defined as the means by which a state is run and is composed of officials who have the authority to govern.
- Government power can be derived from various sources, including the people or the wealthy and powerful.
- Governments are usually divided into various ministries or departments that manage the many tasks that governments are expected to perform today.
- Government is needed to regulate and resolve conflicts in an orderly and peaceful fashion.
- The coming together of people to live in society resulted in the need to form a body (government) that will handle the administration of the society.
Explore the formal institutions, processes, and sources of power in government, as well as the functions and importance of government in society. Learn about the roles of different ministries and departments, and how government helps regulate and resolve conflicts in a peaceful manner.
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