Comparative Political Institutions W 3

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What are the five high-level principles of democracy according to V-Dem?

Electoral, Cooperative, Participatory, Deliberative, Egalitarian
Electoral, Authoritarian, Participatory, Deliberative, Egalitarian
Electoral, Democratic, Participatory, Deliberative, Egalitarian
Electoral, Liberal, Participatory, Deliberative, Egalitarian (correct)

What is the name of the dataset that measures the principles of democracy?

V-Demnet
Democratic Principles Dataset
Comparative Political Institution
V-Dem (correct)

What is the significance of 1848 and 1870 in the context of universal suffrage?

They mark the start of World War I and II
They mark the establishment of the European Union
They mark the introduction of universal suffrage in Switzerland, France, and Germany, and later in the USA (correct)
They mark the abolition of slavery in the USA and Europe

What is the main idea behind the concept of democracy as a process, not a given?

Democracy is a continuous process that requires constant effort and improvement (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between V-Dem's approach to measuring democracy and a simple presence of elections?

V-Dem measures democracy as a multidimensional concept, going beyond the simple presence of elections (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of incorporating and representing different groups in a democratic system?

To ensure that all groups have equal representation and opportunities (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main distinction between electoral and liberal principles of democracy?

Electoral principles focus on the process of elections, while liberal principles focus on individual freedoms (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the economist who defined democracy with a minimalist approach?

J.Schumpeter (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the democratic regime as defined by Dahl?

Polyarchy (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the highest level of democracy?

Maximalist (D) Signup and view all the answers

Who is the author who defined democracy with a quasi-maximalist approach?

N. Bobbio (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the concept of being part of the political process?

Participation (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the process of learning political norms and values?

Socialization (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does the concept of democratization resonate with the idea of democracy as a process?

Democratization implies that democracy is not a fixed state, but rather a dynamic process that evolves over time, where citizens and institutions work together to promote democratic values and principles. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of distinguishing between electoral, liberal, participatory, deliberative, and egalitarian principles of democracy?

This distinction highlights the complexity of democracy, acknowledging that it encompasses multiple dimensions beyond just elections, and emphasizes the importance of considering various aspects of democracy. Signup and view all the answers

In what ways does V-Dem's approach to measuring democracy differ from a minimalist approach?

V-Dem's approach is more comprehensive, incorporating multiple principles and dimensions of democracy, whereas a minimalist approach focuses solely on the presence of elections. Signup and view all the answers

What is the implication of understanding democracy as a system of rule that goes beyond the simple presence of elections?

This understanding implies that democracy is not just about holding elections, but rather about promoting democratic values, protecting individual rights, and fostering inclusive participation. Signup and view all the answers

How does the concept of responsiveness in democracy relate to the idea of incorporation and representation?

Responsiveness implies that democratic governments are accountable to citizens and respond to their needs, which is facilitated through incorporation and representation of diverse groups. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of distinguishing between competition and equality in the context of democratic freedoms?

This distinction highlights the tension between promoting individual liberties and ensuring equal opportunities and outcomes, underscoring the need for a delicate balance between these two values. Signup and view all the answers

In what ways does the concept of participation in democracy go beyond electoral participation?

Participation encompasses a range of activities, including civic engagement, activism, and deliberation, that extend beyond mere electoral participation. Signup and view all the answers

What are the key differences between a minimalist and maximalist definition of democracy, and how do they reflect varying understandings of democratic regimes?

Minimalist definitions, such as Schumpeter's, focus on the presence of free elections and protection of individual rights, whereas maximalist definitions, such as Sen's, emphasize the importance of substantive equality, responsiveness, and the rule of law. These differing approaches reflect varying understandings of democracy, with minimalists seeing it as a means to an end and maximalists seeing it as an end in itself. Signup and view all the answers

How does Dahl's concept of polyarchy relate to the criteria for a democratic regime, and what are the implications of this approach for our understanding of democracy?

Dahl's polyarchy is a quasi-minimalist approach that emphasizes the importance of seven main institutions, including free elections, freedom of expression, and an independent judiciary. This approach highlights the instrumental aspects of democracy, but may overlook the substantive aspects of democratic quality. The implications of this approach are that it may lead to a overly narrow understanding of democracy. Signup and view all the answers

What are the key differences between electoral accountability and inter-institutional accountability, and how do these concepts relate to the qualities of democracy?

Electoral accountability refers to the ability of citizens to hold elected officials accountable through free and fair elections, while inter-institutional accountability refers to the ability of institutions to check and balance each other's power. Both concepts are essential for democratic quality, as they ensure that power is exercised responsibly and that citizens' interests are represented. Signup and view all the answers

How does the concept of participation in democracy relate to the idea of being part of the political process, and what are the implications of this relationship for our understanding of democratic citizenship?

Participation in democracy refers to the ability of citizens to engage in the political process, whether through voting, protesting, or other forms of collective action. This concept is closely tied to the idea of being part of the political process, which implies a sense of identity and belonging. The implications of this relationship are that it highlights the importance of inclusive and participatory democratic institutions. Signup and view all the answers

What are the key differences between the rule of law and the idea of responsiveness in democracy, and how do these concepts relate to the qualities of democratic governance?

The rule of law refers to the principle that all individuals and institutions are subject to the law, while responsiveness refers to the ability of governments to respond to the needs and preferences of citizens. Both concepts are essential for democratic quality, as they ensure that power is exercised in a transparent and accountable manner. Signup and view all the answers

How does the concept of democracy as a process, rather than a given, relate to the idea of socialization, and what are the implications of this relationship for our understanding of democratic development?

The concept of democracy as a process, rather than a given, implies that democracy is constantly evolving and requires ongoing socialization and learning. This relationship highlights the importance of ongoing civic education and the development of democratic norms and values. Signup and view all the answers

What are the key differences between the qualities of democracy as outlined by Morlino and the criteria for a perfect democratic regime, and how do these approaches relate to our understanding of democratic quality?

Morlino's qualities of democracy emphasize the importance of rule of law, accountability, participation, and responsiveness, while the criteria for a perfect democratic regime outline the structural features necessary for a fully democratic system. Both approaches highlight the importance of institutional and procedural factors in shaping democratic quality. Signup and view all the answers

The Economist definition of democracy is considered ______ because it requires only minimal conditions to be met.

minimalist Signup and view all the answers

J.Schumpeter's definition of democracy is classified as ______ because it is more extensive than the minimalist approach.

mid-range Signup and view all the answers

A ______ regime is characterized by the presence of seven main institutions plus one, according to Dahl's criteria.

polyarchic Signup and view all the answers

According to Morlino, ______ is one of the qualities of a perfect democratic regime.

substantive equality Signup and view all the answers

Participation in democracy means ______ part of the political process, according to Muller.

to be Signup and view all the answers

Jan-Werner Muller emphasizes the importance of ______ participation in democracy.

nonviolent Signup and view all the answers

Socialization in politics refers to the process of learning ______ norms and values.

political Signup and view all the answers

V-Dem provides a multidimensional and disaggregated dataset that reflects the complexity of the concept of democracy as a system of rule that goes beyond the simple presence of ______.

elections Signup and view all the answers

We distinguish between five high-level principles of democracy: electoral, liberal, participatory, deliberative, and ______ principles.

egalitarian Signup and view all the answers

Participation means only ______ participation?

electoral Signup and view all the answers

Democracy – as a ______, not a given means understanding democracy as an ongoing process.

process Signup and view all the answers

The path toward ______ is a process that involves incorporation and representation.

democratization Signup and view all the answers

Responsiveness is a key principle of democracy that relates to the idea of ______ and representation.

incorporation Signup and view all the answers

1848 is a significant year in the history of universal ______ in SUI, FR, and DE.

suffrage Signup and view all the answers

The Economist definition of democracy is considered ______ because it requires only minimal conditions to be met.

minimalist Signup and view all the answers

V-Dem provides a multidimensional and disaggregated dataset that reflects the complexity of the concept of democracy as a system of rule that goes beyond the simple presence of ______.

elections Signup and view all the answers

Dahl's concept of ______ relates to the criteria for a democratic regime.

polyarchy Signup and view all the answers

In 1848, universal suffrage was granted in ______, FR, and DE.

SUI Signup and view all the answers

According to Morlino, ______ is one of the qualities of a perfect democratic regime.

responsiveness Signup and view all the answers

Democracy can be understood as a process that involves ______ and representation.

incorporation Signup and view all the answers

[Blank] means to be part of the political process, according to Muller.

Participation Signup and view all the answers

According to V-Dem, the five high-level principles of democracy are electoral, liberal, participatory, deliberative, and ______ principles.

egalitarian Signup and view all the answers

Socialization in politics refers to the process of learning ______ norms and values.

political Signup and view all the answers

J.Schumpeter's definition of democracy is classified as ______ because it is more extensive than the minimalist approach.

mid-range Signup and view all the answers

The concept of democracy as a process, not a given, relates to the idea of ______ and representation.

incorporation Signup and view all the answers

The significance of 1848 and 1870 lies in the history of universal ______.

suffrage Signup and view all the answers

Democracy – as a ______, not a given means understanding democracy as an ongoing process.

process Signup and view all the answers

V-Dem distinguishes between five high-level principles of democracy, including electoral, liberal, participatory, deliberative, and ______ principles.

egalitarian Signup and view all the answers

Match the following concepts with their corresponding definitions:

Electoral = Relates to the presence of elections Liberal = Concerned with individual freedoms Participatory = Concerned with citizen engagement Deliberative = Concerned with collective decision-making Signup and view all the answers

Match the following authors with their corresponding approaches to defining democracy:

J.Schumpeter = Quasi-maximalist approach Dahl = Polyarchy approach The Economist = Minimalist approach Morlino = Maximalist approach Signup and view all the answers

Match the following concepts with their corresponding meanings:

Socialization = Process of learning political norms and values Responsiveness = Government's accountability to citizens Polyarchy = A system of rule that includes multiple centers of power Incorporation = Process of including diverse groups in decision-making Signup and view all the answers

Match the following dates with their corresponding significance:

1848 = Universal suffrage in SUI, FR, and DE 1870 = Universal suffrage in the USA V-Dem = A multidimensional dataset measuring democracy The Economist = A publication that defines democracy with a minimalist approach Signup and view all the answers

Match the following principles of democracy with their corresponding meanings:

Electoral = Concerned with the presence of free and fair elections Liberal = Concerned with individual rights and freedoms Participatory = Concerned with citizen engagement and participation Deliberative = Concerned with collective decision-making and deliberation Signup and view all the answers

Match the authors with their definitions of democracy:

Economist = Minimalist definition of democracy J. Schumpeter = Mid-range definition of democracy N. Bobbio = Maximal definition of democracy J. Stiglitz = No definition of democracy provided Signup and view all the answers

Match the following concepts with their corresponding authors:

Polyarchy = Dahl Quasi-maximalist approach = J.Schumpeter Maximalist approach = Morlino Minimalist approach = The Economist Signup and view all the answers

Match the following concepts with their corresponding meanings:

Incorporation = Process of including diverse groups in decision-making Responsiveness = Government's accountability to citizens Participation = Citizen engagement in the political process Socialization = Process of learning political norms and values Signup and view all the answers

Match the concepts with their meanings:

Socialization = Process of learning political norms and values Participation = Being part of the political process Responsiveness = Accountability to the people Polyarchy = Regime with seven main institutions plus one Signup and view all the answers

Match the qualities of democracy with their descriptions:

Rule of Law = Protection of individual rights Accountability = Electoral and inter-institutional accountability Participation = Being part of the political process Substantive Equality = Equal distribution of resources Signup and view all the answers

Match the concepts with their relationships:

Democracy as a process = Ongoing process of socialization Polyarchy = Regime with seven main institutions plus one Participation = Instrumental part of achieving goals Responsiveness = Inter-institutional accountability Signup and view all the answers

Match the principles of democracy with their descriptions:

Electoral principle = Presence of free and fair elections Liberal principle = Protection of individual rights Participatory principle = Active engagement in the political process Deliberative principle = Informed decision-making Signup and view all the answers

Match the authors with their contributions:

J.S. Mill = No contribution mentioned Jan-Werner Muller = Emphasis on participation in democracy Robert Dahl = Criteria for a polyarchic regime Amartya Sen = No contribution mentioned Signup and view all the answers

Match the concepts with their implications:

Democracy as a system of rule = Beyond the simple presence of elections Polyarchy = Quasi-minimal criteria for a democratic regime Participation = Instrumental part of achieving goals Responsiveness = Accountability to the people Signup and view all the answers

Match the authors with their definitions of democracy:

J.Schumpeter = Mid-range theories of democracy N.Bobbio = Maximal definition of democracy J.Stiglitz = Minimalist definition of democracy A.Sen = Economist definition of democracy Signup and view all the answers

Match the concepts with their relationships to democracy:

Participation = Being part of the political process Responsiveness = Incorporation and representation Accountability = Electoral and inter-institutional Socialization = Learning political norms and values Signup and view all the answers

Match the criteria with their levels of democracy:

Minimalist = Presence of elections Mid-range = Polyarchy and quasi-minimal criteria Maximal = Perfect democratic regime with all qualities Quasi-maximalist = Rule of law, accountability, and participation Signup and view all the answers

Match the qualities of democracy with their descriptions:

Rule of law = Presence of laws and regulations Electoral accountability = Holding elected officials accountable Inter-institutional accountability = Balance of power among institutions Participation = Being part of the political process Signup and view all the answers

Match the authors with their contributions to democracy:

Dahl = Criteria for a polyarchic regime Morlino = Qualities of a perfect democratic regime Muller = Importance of non-violent participation Schumpeter = Mid-range theories of democracy Signup and view all the answers

Match the concepts with their implications for democracy:

Democratization = Process of learning democratic norms Socialization = Learning political norms and values Incorporation = Representing different groups in a democratic system Responsiveness = Responding to citizens' needs and preferences Signup and view all the answers

Match the datasets with their purposes:

V-Dem = Measuring principles of democracy CBS = Analyzing political institutions and regimes J.Schumpeter = Defining democracy with a mid-range approach N.Bobbio = Defining democracy with a maximal approach Signup and view all the answers

Match the following concepts with their corresponding principles of democracy:

Electoral = Presence of elections Liberal = Protection of individual rights Participatory = Citizen engagement in the political process Deliberative = Decision-making through public deliberation Signup and view all the answers

Match the following authors with their corresponding approaches to defining democracy:

J.Schumpeter = Minimalist approach Jan-Werner Muller = Emphasis on participatory democracy Morlino = Maximalist approach Dahl = Polyarchal approach Signup and view all the answers

Match the following concepts with their corresponding meanings:

Democratization = Process of becoming a democracy Socialization = Learning democratic norms and values Responsive = Government's accountability to citizens Suffrage = Right to vote Signup and view all the answers

Match the following years with their corresponding events in the history of democracy:

1848 = Universal suffrage in SUI, FR, and DE 1870 = Universal suffrage in USA 1945 = End of World War II 1991 = Fall of the Soviet Union Signup and view all the answers

Match the following datasets with their corresponding descriptions:

V-Dem = Multidimensional and disaggregated dataset of democracy principles The Economist = Minimalist approach to measuring democracy Dahl's dataset = Polyarchal approach to measuring democracy Freedom House = Ranking of countries by level of democracy Signup and view all the answers

Match the following principles of democracy with their corresponding descriptions:

Egalitarian = Principle of equal rights and opportunities Deliberative = Principle of public deliberation and decision-making Liberal = Principle of protection of individual rights Participatory = Principle of citizen engagement in the political process Signup and view all the answers

Match the following authors with their corresponding contributions to democracy:

Jan-Werner Muller = Emphasis on participatory democracy Morlino = Criteria for a perfect democratic regime Dahl = Polyarchal approach to democracy J.Schumpeter = Minimalist approach to democracy Signup and view all the answers