Good Governance in Singapore Quiz
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What is Transparency International's definition of corruption?

  • Unfair allocation of resources
  • Inefficient government spending
  • Misuse of public funds for personal benefit
  • Abuse of power for private gain (correct)
  • What is one of the main activities of Transparency International in the fight against corruption?

  • Developing new technologies
  • Raising awareness (correct)
  • Providing legal services
  • Organizing protests
  • According to the Corruption Perceptions Index 2022, which economy ranked fifth in terms of perceived corruption?

  • Ireland
  • Australia
  • Singapore (correct)
  • Sweden
  • How does Singapore's meritocracy system encourage the development of individuals?

    <p>Encouraging the best and brightest regardless of background</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the rankings in the Corruption Perceptions Index indicate?

    <p>Perceived levels of corruption in the public sector</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Transparency International measure corruption perception across economies?

    <p>Using data from various sources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is considered as perhaps the single most important factor in eradicating poverty and promoting development?

    <p>Good governance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a key dimension of good governance for Singapore?

    <p>Protection of civil rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Some argue that Singapore's remarkable growth over the last 50 years would not have occurred without what?

    <p>Restrictions on political and civil rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to NUS - Connie CHUNG, what is indicated as most important in a country's development?

    <p>Sound economic policy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following was NOT listed as an indicator of good governance in the text?

    <p><strong>Control of civil liberties</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were the most reliable predictors of overall good governance in the Chandler Institute of Governance Index 2023?

    <p>Rule of law, ethical leadership, and property rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country topped the world ranking on Government Effectiveness in 2020 according to the Chandler Institute of Governance Index?

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

    How many countries were evaluated by the Chandler Institute of Governance Index in 2023?

    <p>104</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country came after Singapore in the top 10 ranking of Government Effectiveness according to the Chandler Institute of Governance Index 2023?

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

    What are the seven pillars based on which countries are scored in the Chandler Institute of Governance Index?

    <p>Rule of law, transparency, and free and fair elections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which indicators were highlighted as the most reliable predictors of good governance according to the Chandler Institute of Governance Index?

    <p>Rule of law, ethical leadership, and property rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

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