Chinese Political System Overview
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What is the primary function of the National People’s Congress (NPC)?

  • To supervise the judicial organs of the state
  • To serve as the highest organ of state power (correct)
  • To exercise functions and powers when in session
  • To elect the President of the People’s Republic of China
  • How are deputies to the National People’s Congress chosen?

  • Selected by the Communist Party of China
  • Appointed by the President of the PRC
  • Elected from various regions through indirect elections (correct)
  • Elected by the National Congress directly
  • What is the term of office for the President of the People’s Republic of China?

  • Four years
  • Six years
  • Indefinite
  • Five years (correct)
  • Which body acts as the highest judicial organ in China?

    <p>Supreme People’s Court (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What year was the Communist Party of China (CPC) founded?

    <p>1921 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the frequency of the National Congress of the Communist Party of China?

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    What is the role of the Central Committee of the CPC?

    <p>Implement decisions made by the National Congress (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a power of the Supreme People’s Court?

    <p>Electing the President (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which entity has the authority to amend the Constitution and oversee its enforcement?

    <p>The National People's Congress (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What function is NOT performed by the Supreme People's Court?

    <p>To approve civil disputes that need to open a court session (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is incorrect regarding the organisational principles of the Communist Party of China?

    <p>Local committees are independent of the central leadership (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following parties exists as a democratic party in China?

    <p>China Democratic League (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about the CPPCC is true?

    <p>The CPPCC can convene special sessions upon necessity (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is excluded from the sectors represented in the CPPCC?

    <p>Members of the Communist Party of China (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the duties of the NPC?

    <p>To create laws and amend existing ones (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which option correctly outlines aspects of the National People's Congress?

    <p>Can elect or remove state officials (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary function of the National People’s Congress (NPC) that is not shared with the Hong Kong Legislative Council (LegCo)?

    <p>Amending the Constitution (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the Legislative Council of Hong Kong differ from the National People’s Congress in terms of overseeing the judiciary?

    <p>NPC can supervise the judiciary. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the primary functions of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC)?

    <p>Political consultation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements best describes the power relationship between the Chief Executive of Hong Kong and the National People’s Congress?

    <p>The Chief Executive is elected by the Election Committee. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which channel is considered effective for citizens to supervise the government's work?

    <p>The Internet and social media (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of government work can the CPPCC criticize as part of its democratic supervision function?

    <p>State organs' operational issues (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following roles does the National People’s Congress have that the Legislative Council does not?

    <p>Supervising the work of the Supreme People’s Court (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is NOT a function of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC)?

    <p>Direct lawmaking (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the core function of the Political Bureau of the CPC when not in session?

    <p>To exercise the functions and powers of the Central Committee (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many members are there in the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau?

    <p>Seven (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the primary roles of the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection?

    <p>Maintain the constitution and discipline of the Party (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a major function of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC)?

    <p>Legislative oversight (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term of office does the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) operate under?

    <p>Five years (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the anti-corruption work promoted by the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection?

    <p>Punishing members of the Party who commit corruption (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which state position does Xi Jinping hold according to the provided information?

    <p>The President of the PRC (B), The General Secretary of the Central Committee (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the CPPCC regarding state affairs?

    <p>To participate in discussion of important principles and affairs (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    National People's Congress (NPC)

    Highest organ of state power in China, elected indirectly by the people.

    President of China

    The head of state, elected by the National People's Congress for a 5-year term.

    State Council

    China's executive body, responsible for implementing laws and policies of the government.

    People's Courts

    Judicial organs in China that handle legal cases and apply laws based on judicial interpretation.

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    Communist Party of China (CPC)

    China's governing political party.

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    National Congress (CPC)

    The highest leadership organ of the CPC, meets every 5 years to decide on major issues and elect officials.

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    Central Committee (CPC)

    The CPC's governing body that oversees the party's work between National Congresses.

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    Term of Office (NPC/President)

    A 5 year term for both NPC delegates/representatives and the President of China.

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    Political Bureau & Standing Committee

    The core of the CPC's power, exercising Central Committee functions when not in session.

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    Central Commission for Discipline Inspection

    Maintains party discipline and constitution, oversees party members, promotes anti-corruption & punishes corrupt officials.

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    CPPCC

    A consultative body uniting people from various sectors, practicing multi-party cooperation and political consultation.

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    CPPCC Functions (Political Consultation)

    Provides pre-decision consultation on national and local principles and crucial issues.

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    CPPCC Functions (Democratic Supervision)

    Offers suggestions and criticisms regarding the actions of governmental organizations.

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    Xi Jinping's Position

    General Secretary of the Central Committee; Member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau.

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    Li Qiang's Position

    Premier of the State Council / Member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau

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    Zhao Leji's Position

    Chairman of the National People's Congress / Member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau

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    NPC Duties

    The National People's Congress (NPC) elects/appoints state officials, amends the constitution, and oversees government branches like the State Council.

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    Supreme People's Court Function

    The Supreme People's Court (SPC) handles appeals of lower courts, civil disputes, and minor criminal cases, and reviews death penalty cases.

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    CPC Organizing Principle

    The Communist Party of China (CPC) operates on 'democratic centralism,' where lower levels are subordinate to higher ones and individuals to the group.

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    Democratic Party in China

    Existing Chinese democratic parties include the Democratic Alliance for the Betterment and Progress of Hong Kong, among others.

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    CPPCC Sessions

    The CPPCC (Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference) holds two sessions annually, a sort of advisory body.

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    CPPCC Membership

    The CPPCC includes people from various sectors; such as, political parties, religious figures, and regional representatives, but excludes international organizations.

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    CPC's Democratic Centralism

    The guiding principle of organization in the Communist Party, emphasizing subordination of individuals and lower levels to higher levels.

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    NPC Role

    The National People's Congress (NPC) is the supreme organ of state power, having the power to enact and amend laws in China.

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    NPC vs. LegCo: Similarities

    Both the National People's Congress (NPC) and the Legislative Council of Hong Kong (LegCo) can enact and amend laws, and they both supervise the government's work.

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    NPC vs. LegCo: Difference (Constitution)

    The NPC can amend the Chinese Constitution and oversee its enforcement, while the LegCo has no right to amend the Basic Law of Hong Kong.

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    NPC vs. LegCo: Difference (Judiciary)

    The NPC supervises the Supreme People's Court, but the LegCo does not supervise Hong Kong's judiciary because it's independent.

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    NPC vs. LegCo: Difference (Leadership)

    The NPC can elect and remove key figures like the President, but the LegCo can't directly elect the Chief Executive of Hong Kong.

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    CPPCC: Political Consultation

    The Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) can consult and offer opinions on important national and local policies before decisions are made.

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    CPPCC: Democratic Supervision

    The CPPCC can give feedback and offer criticism on the work of government agencies, making sure they're doing their job effectively.

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    CPPCC: Participation

    The CPPCC can submit proposals and ideas to the Communist Party of China and government agencies through reports and suggestions.

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    People's Supervision: Internet

    The internet allows citizens to access government news, express their views, and hold officials accountable.

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    Study Notes

    Chinese Political System

    • National People's Congress (NPC): Highest organ of state power

      • Term of office: 5 years
      • Deputies elected from provinces, autonomous regions, municipalities, army and special administrative regions (indirect election).
      • Delegation quota based on population ratios.
      • Standing Committee exercises NPC functions when not in session.
    • President:

      • Xi Jinping (current)
      • Elected by the National People's Congress
      • Term of office: 5 years
    • State Council (Central People's Government):

      • Executive body of the highest organ of state power
      • Highest organ of state administration
      • Term of office: 5 years
    • Judicial Organs:

      • People's Courts: Highest judicial organ is the Supreme People's Court.
        • Examines and approves death penalty cases
        • Provides judicial interpretation on laws
      • People's Procuratorates: State organs for legal supervision

    Communist Party of China (CPC)

    • Founded in 1921
    • Implements decisions from top to bottom
    • Principle: Four subordinates under democratic centralism
    • National Congress: Top leadership organ, held every five years
    • Central Committee: Carries out decisions of the National Congress when not in session
    • Political Bureau and Standing Committee: Core power when the Central Committee is not in session
    • Central Military Commission: Key element of party power
    • Control over discipline and anti-corruption work
    • Punishing members who commit corruption

    Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC)

    • Set up by the CPC to unite people across the country
    • Practices multi-party cooperation and political consultation
    • Term of office: 5 years
    • Major functions: Political consultation (pre-decisional consultations on national and local principles and important issues), Democratic supervision (making proposals and criticisms of state organs' work), and Participation in and deliberation of state affairs.

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    Explore the key components of the Chinese political system, including the National People's Congress, the President, the State Council, and the judicial organs. Understand the roles, terms, and election processes involved in China's governance structure. This quiz will enhance your knowledge of contemporary Chinese politics.

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