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What signifies Greenland's official political status?
What signifies Greenland's official political status?
- A Danish province with its own locally elected government.
- A self-governing overseas administrative division of Denmark. (correct)
- An independent nation with close ties to Denmark.
- A territory under joint administration by Denmark and the United Nations.
What was the key change initiated by the Danish government in 1979 regarding Greenland?
What was the key change initiated by the Danish government in 1979 regarding Greenland?
- Full independence was granted, severing all ties with Denmark.
- Military control was transferred to Greenland.
- Greenland was integrated as a formal province of Denmark.
- Home rule was granted, allowing Greenland greater control over internal affairs. (correct)
What essential right do Greenlanders possess as a result of their relationship with Denmark?
What essential right do Greenlanders possess as a result of their relationship with Denmark?
- The right to vote in Greenland elections only.
- Danish citizenship with equal rights to all other Danes. (correct)
- Exemption from Danish laws and taxes.
- Dual citizenship with Denmark and freedom of movement within the EU.
Following the expanded home rule agreement that took effect in 2009, what increased capacity was Greenland granted?
Following the expanded home rule agreement that took effect in 2009, what increased capacity was Greenland granted?
Which areas of governance remain under Denmark's administration, despite Greenland's broad autonomy?
Which areas of governance remain under Denmark's administration, despite Greenland's broad autonomy?
What is the name of the central legislative body in Greenland?
What is the name of the central legislative body in Greenland?
How many members constitute the Landsting, Greenland's parliament?
How many members constitute the Landsting, Greenland's parliament?
What is the duration of the term for which members of the Landsting are elected?
What is the duration of the term for which members of the Landsting are elected?
Who is responsible for electing the prime minister in Greenland's government?
Who is responsible for electing the prime minister in Greenland's government?
What collective body assumes the executive responsibilities in Greenland?
What collective body assumes the executive responsibilities in Greenland?
In addition to their local government, how are Greenland's citizens represented in the Danish government?
In addition to their local government, how are Greenland's citizens represented in the Danish government?
What is the primary source of funding that supports Greenland's extensive welfare services?
What is the primary source of funding that supports Greenland's extensive welfare services?
Which specific outcome has been significantly improved in Greenland because of the provided welfare services?
Which specific outcome has been significantly improved in Greenland because of the provided welfare services?
What demonstrates Greenland's exercise of greater control over its government post-2009?
What demonstrates Greenland's exercise of greater control over its government post-2009?
What eligibility criteria must individuals meet to participate in Greenland's parliamentary elections?
What eligibility criteria must individuals meet to participate in Greenland's parliamentary elections?
What is the role of the Landsstyre in Greenland's governmental structure?
What is the role of the Landsstyre in Greenland's governmental structure?
How does Greenland's government improve the health conditions of its citizens?
How does Greenland's government improve the health conditions of its citizens?
Why is Greenland's relationship with Denmark considered unique?
Why is Greenland's relationship with Denmark considered unique?
What distinguishes Greenlanders from other Danish citizens despite enjoying equal rights?
What distinguishes Greenlanders from other Danish citizens despite enjoying equal rights?
In what aspect does Greenland rely on Denmark despite its self-governance?
In what aspect does Greenland rely on Denmark despite its self-governance?
Flashcards
Greenland's Political Status
Greenland's Political Status
Greenland is a self-governing overseas administrative division of Denmark.
Year of Greenland's Home Rule
Year of Greenland's Home Rule
In 1979, the Danish government granted home rule to Greenland.
Citizenship of Greenlanders
Citizenship of Greenlanders
Greenlanders are Danish citizens with equal rights.
Expanded Home Rule Agreement
Expanded Home Rule Agreement
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Denmark's Responsibilities in Greenland
Denmark's Responsibilities in Greenland
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Greenland's Domestic Control
Greenland's Domestic Control
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Greenland's Parliament
Greenland's Parliament
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Landsting Members
Landsting Members
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Election by Landsting
Election by Landsting
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Role of Landsstyre
Role of Landsstyre
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Greenland's Danish Parliament Representation
Greenland's Danish Parliament Representation
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Greenland's Funding Source
Greenland's Funding Source
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Welfare Services in Greenland
Welfare Services in Greenland
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Impact of Social Services
Impact of Social Services
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Study Notes
- Greenland is officially a self-governing overseas administrative division of Denmark.
- In 1979, Denmark granted home rule to Greenland.
- Greenland remains subject to the Danish crown.
- Each Greenlander is a Danish citizen with equal rights to all other Danes.
- A 2009 agreement expanded Greenland's home rule, giving it greater governmental control.
- Denmark manages Greenland’s foreign relations and defense.
- Greenland manages its domestic affairs, including:
- Economic development
- Education
- Taxes
- Social welfare system
- Criminal justice
Government Structure
- The Landsting is Greenland's parliament, with 31 members.
- Landsting members are elected to four-year terms by adults 18 and older.
- The Landsting elects the prime minister and members of the Landsstyre.
- The Landsstyre is a council that handles the island’s executive responsibilities.
- Greenland elects two representatives to the Danish parliament, the Folketing.
Social Services
- Greenland’s government uses financial grants from Denmark to provide welfare services.
- Citizens receive free health care.
- Social services have greatly improved Greenland’s health conditions.
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