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What is the definition of a 'political system' according to the text?
What is the definition of a 'political system' according to the text?
- The system or form of practice employed by the state (correct)
- The level of individualism or collectivism in a country
- The geographic and environmental factors that influence a country's politics
- The form of government used by a country
Which dimension of a political system, as described in the text, focuses on the role of individuals in political decision-making?
Which dimension of a political system, as described in the text, focuses on the role of individuals in political decision-making?
- Bipolarity vs. multipolarity
- Individualism vs. collectivism
- Unilateralism vs. multilateralism
- Democracy vs. totalitarianism (correct)
What is the primary characteristic of a totalitarian political system?
What is the primary characteristic of a totalitarian political system?
- It values the significance of individuals over collective goals
- It is built on the idea that society and citizens have no rights and freedom of expression (correct)
- It focuses on the role of individuals in political decision-making
- It emphasizes the importance of collective goals over individual freedom and interest
What is the definition of 'unilateralism' according to the text?
What is the definition of 'unilateralism' according to the text?
Which organ of the United Nations is responsible for the maintenance of peace and security?
Which organ of the United Nations is responsible for the maintenance of peace and security?
What is the primary function of the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) within the United Nations?
What is the primary function of the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) within the United Nations?
What is the purpose of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) according to the text?
What is the purpose of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) according to the text?
What is the definition of 'maldevelopment' according to the text?
What is the definition of 'maldevelopment' according to the text?
Which of the following is NOT one of the 'three powers' mentioned in the text under the concept of 'multilateralism'?
Which of the following is NOT one of the 'three powers' mentioned in the text under the concept of 'multilateralism'?
What is the role of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) within the United Nations?
What is the role of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) within the United Nations?