12 Questions
What is the origin of the word 'politics'?
Greek
What does politics involve?
Power, conflict, and decision-making
What is the difference between a political scientist and a layman in interpreting government actions?
Laymen interpret government actions based on personal project experiences, while political scientists use scientific inquiry.
What is the focus of the field of Public Administration in Political Science?
Studying the bureaucracy behind the government and proper public administration.
What is the definition of Governance according to the text?
The process through which laws and policies are enacted by the government to uphold the general welfare.
What is the meaning of the term 'Political Science' according to the text?
The study of the state, government forms, political systems, behavior, and ideology.
According to Hans Morgenthau, what is the primary focus of politics?
Struggling for power
Which type of authority, as defined by Max Weber, is based on a leader's charisma and divine grace?
Charismatic Authority
Which of the following political ideologies is characterized by a focus on collective ownership and government control of the means of production?
Socialism
What is the key difference between influence and coercion as forms of power?
Influence uses indirect motivation, while coercion uses direct force.
Which of the following political ideologies is characterized by a belief in the superiority of one's nation, often leading to patriotism and loyalty?
Nationalism
What is the primary significance of the study of political science, according to the text?
It arouses social consciousness and civic responsibility.
Learn about the definitions of Politics and Governance in the context of Philippine politics. Understand the origins of politics and the values it encompasses, as well as the concepts involved in governance and decision-making.
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