Approaches and Characteristics of Political Science
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What is the main emphasis of the Legal approach in Political Science?

  • Formal structures and institutions
  • The legal process and legal bodies or institutions (correct)
  • Understanding historical political realities
  • Quantification and verification techniques

    • According to the Behavioral approach in Political Science, what is considered unscientific?

  • Data verification
  • Unverifiable information (correct)
  • Quantifying collected data
  • Values in research

    • What is a key characteristic of the Institutional approach in Political Science?

  • Regularities verification techniques
  • Study of formal structures and political institutions (correct)
  • Emphasis on systematic research
  • Measuring and quantifying collected data

    • Why do Behaviorists emphasize the use of research tools that generate valid and reliable data in Political Science?

    <p>To explain and predict political phenomena accurately</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of integrating theory and research according to the Behavioral approach in Political Science?

    <p>To verify evidence in Political Science</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to study politics and government according to the text?

    <p>To understand what is happening around you</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the nature of politics according to S.G. Richards?

    <p>A method to acquire power for achieving objectives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does S.G. Richards view the resolution of incompatible policies?

    <p>By one side obtaining the power to prevail</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what context is politics stated as a way to order social affairs?

    <p>Gaining greater control over a situation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does politics essentially require for achieving objectives?

    <p>Power acquisition by one side</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the prerequisite for resolving disagreements in politics?

    <p>Obtaining the power to make one's viewpoint prevail</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does S.G. Richards define the essence of politics?

    <p>A strategy to acquire power in achieving aims</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Harold Lasswell define 'politics' as involving?

    <p>Questions related to who gets what, when, and how</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main goal of Political Science according to the text?

    <p>To interpret politically meaningful phenomena</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of the traditional approach to the study of political science?

    <p>Views on politics in philosophical, ethical, and institutional terms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the behavioral approach emphasize in political science?

    <p>Objective and value-free study of political phenomena</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the various forms of the traditional approach mentioned in the text?

    <p>'Good or bad' judgment in political societies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which approach to political science are values believed to be inseparable from the study of politics?

    <p>Philosophical approach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the underlying democratic principle that emphasizes that no one, however rich and powerful, is above the law?

    <p>Accountability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic of good governance ensures that all citizens' interests are well protected in a prompt and appropriate manner?

    <p>Responsiveness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be established to facilitate consensus-oriented governance according to the text?

    <p>Strong and impartial mediation structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic of good governance emphasizes the importance of proper utilization of resources to achieve the best results for the community?

    <p>Effectiveness &amp; Efficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In good governance, what does inclusiveness aim to ensure according to the text?

    <p>Every citizen can appreciate policy-making processes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic of good governance focuses on making information regarding decision-making processes openly available?

    <p>Transparency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the etymological origin of the word 'governance'?

    <p>Greek word 'kubernaein'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is participation considered a key characteristic of good governance?

    <p>To involve all affected and interested parties in decision-making</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the text, who is referred to as 'the worst illiterate'?

    <p>One who is ignorant about politics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the political illiterate not understand?

    <p>The influence of political decisions on daily life essentials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does the text emphasize that one should care about politics?

    <p>To have a say in future outcomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does good governance entail according to the information provided?

    <p>Active involvement of various societal sectors in decision-making</p> Signup and view all the answers

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