Common Elements of Good Governance

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Which principle of good governance ensures that everyone is subject to the law regardless of their position?

  • Rule of law (correct)
  • Accountability
  • Transparency
  • Responsiveness

What is the major characteristic of good governance according to UNESCAP?

  • Transparency
  • Accountability
  • Participation
  • Efficiency (correct)

What aspect of good governance emphasizes that decisions are made openly and information is freely available to the public?

  • Efficiency
  • Responsiveness
  • Transparency (correct)
  • Participation

Which element of good governance focuses on addressing the needs and concerns of the people a government serves?

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

In good governance, what does the principle of participation entail?

<p>People have a say in decision-making processes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic of good governance highlights the effective and efficient utilization of resources?

<p>Efficiency (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did ADB define as governance in their 1995 policy?

<p>The exercise of power in managing a country's social and economic resources (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT identified as an element of good governance by ADB?

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

What is the main task of good governance according to the text?

<p>To ensure effective policy implementation chosen by the government (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of good governance is related to citizens having a voice in decision-making processes?

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

In what area do culturally plural, multi-ethnic communities struggle with good governance according to the text?

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

Which element of good governance ensures that decisions are made based on agreed-upon rules and principles?

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

What do varying definitions of governance include?

<p>Steering the direction and management of an organization (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does understanding governance's nature help policymakers?

<p>Solving contemporary challenges holistically (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the indicators of good governance according to various organizations?

<p>Inclusive decision-making (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What aspect is crucial for governance to be considered 'good'?

<p>Robust accountability mechanisms (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In governance, what does the quality of institutions refer to?

<p>Sound policies enforcement (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does governance extend beyond traditional government structures?

<p>By including various contexts like nonprofit and environmental governance (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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