30 Questions
What is the main concern of the traditional approach to the study of political science?
Judging what is good or bad in any political society
According to S.G. Richards, why does politics exist?
To resolve disagreements about methods
What does the traditional approach to political science focus on when analyzing a situation?
Deciphering historical backgrounds
Which aspect does the traditional approach to political science NOT emphasize?
The importance of media in governance
What is one of the main focuses of the traditional approach to political science?
Analyzing the historical background of governments
What is NOT a key aspect studied by the traditional approach to politics and governance?
Independence of media in governance
What is the origin of the word 'governance'?
Greek word 'kubernaein'
What does governance refer to?
Directing and controlling a group of people or a state
What is a key characteristic of good governance mentioned in the text?
Participation of all affected and interested parties in the decision-making process
Which underlying democratic principle ensures that no one is above the law?
Rule of Law
Why do effectiveness and efficiency need to go together in governance?
To ensure the best possible results for the community
What negative outcomes can arise from political ignorance?
Prostitution, abandoned children, and theft
What is the defining characteristic of a charismatic leader?
Their extraordinary personal qualities
Which form of authority is based on a belief in the legitimacy of a society's laws and rules?
Legal-Rational authority
According to Weber, what is the modern state's development identical with?
Growing bureaucratization
In what type of government does supreme authority lie with a single person?
Monarchy
What aspect does charismatic authority rely on to inspire others?
Extraordinary personal characteristics
Where is Legal-Rational authority frequently found according to the text?
Modern states and corporations
What is the main focus of politics according to B.Pomton and P.Gill?
Acquiring greater control over the situation
How did Tuibeo (1998) define politics?
Resolution of conflict within a group
What did Harold Lasswell title his major study on the distributive consequences of political activity?
Who Gets What, When, and How
According to Lasswell, what is the main concern of politics?
Determining who gets what, when, and how
How is politics generally applied according to the text?
In all human group interactions
Which term best describes the way in which politics is defined by Tuibeo (1998)?
Conflict resolution
What does left-wing ideology typically champion?
Equality, social justice, and collective responsibility
What is a key characteristic of communism in terms of central government?
No central government exists in a communist society
Which economic system values the factors of production based on their usefulness to people?
Socialism
What is a defining feature of socialism in terms of ownership of the means of production?
Owned by the community as a whole
Which political ideology advocates for government intervention to address societal inequalities and provide public services?
Left-wing ideology
What is the primary focus of right-wing ideology?
Social conservatism and limited government
Explore the concept of governance and its relation to political ignorance, as well as its impact on society. Learn about the origins of the word 'governance' and its meaning in steering or directing a group of people.
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