15 Questions
What is the meaning of decentralization according to Raul P. De Guzman?
Transfer of power and authority from central institution to lower or local levels
What is the main concept of local autonomy?
Granting of more powers, authority, responsibilities and resources by the national government to local government units
What is the example of devolution mentioned in the text?
Transfer of power and authority from the national government to local government units (LGUs)
What is deconcentration in the context of decentralization?
Transfer of power, authority or responsibility from central to local levels: administrative and sectorial
What is the primary focus of decentralization and local governance?
Empowering local government units for self-reliance and active partnership
In the context of elections, what is suffrage?
A natural right given by law
What does 'One man one vote' mean in the context of elections?
Each person is entitled to one and only one vote
What type of voting system is designed for a multimember constituency?
Single Transferable
What is the primary impact of suffrage on government and governance?
It increases citizen participation in the process of government
How are votes reallocated in the Single Transferable voting system if a candidate fails to secure a majority?
By reallocating votes according to voters' second and subsequent choices
What is the primary focus of civil society?
To advance the ideals of organizations and support their work
What defines civil society?
Uncoerced collective action around shared interest, purpose, and values
What is the role of civil society organizations?
To work in the interest of citizens outside of the governmental and for-profit sectors
How does the United Nations view civil society?
As an important partner to advance its ideals and support its work
What is the core concept of civil society?
Uncoerced collective action around shared interest, purpose, and values
This quiz explores the concept of decentralization and local governance in the context of Philippine politics and governance, focusing on the dispersal of power and authority from the national level to local governments. It delves into the idea of local autonomy as a form of self-governing.
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