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What are the three main organizations that structure the State?
What are the three main organizations that structure the State?
Action of government, Formation of the law, Execution and judicial action
What is the primary function of the State?
What is the primary function of the State?
To solve the political interests of the country and to look after national interests
Which of the following are part of the goals of the State? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following are part of the goals of the State? (Select all that apply)
The functions of government are only important for the Executive Branch.
The functions of government are only important for the Executive Branch.
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What is the purpose of control in government?
What is the purpose of control in government?
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Match the types of control with their descriptions:
Match the types of control with their descriptions:
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What is the role of the Comptroller General of Accounts?
What is the role of the Comptroller General of Accounts?
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Which court ensures that public administration does not violate the Constitution?
Which court ensures that public administration does not violate the Constitution?
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What does the legislative function do?
What does the legislative function do?
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What does the executive branch focus on?
What does the executive branch focus on?
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Study Notes
State Functions
- The state is structured by three branches: the executive, legislative, and judicial.
- The state's purpose directly influences the activities necessary for its fulfillment.
- The common good or bien común is the shared well-being of a nation and is determined by dominant opinion.
- The state fulfills its purpose with a series of functions carried out by different state organizations.
Political Functions
- Functions of Government: This function encompasses the executive branch and public administration. It aims to guide citizens to achieve their goals and satisfy their needs by developing activities for general welfare and improving quality of life.
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Functions of Control: This function involves influencing or limiting government officials' decisions. It utilizes control mechanisms like audits, oversight, and established procedures to ensure compliance with norms and standards.
- External Control: Superior government officials exercise control within public administration.
- Internal Control: Supervisory authorities control subordinates within public administration.
- Direct Control: Individuals exercise control through administrative resources.
- Human Rights Control: The Human Rights Office, part of the Congress of the Republic, oversees compliance with human rights.
- Comptroller General of Accounts Control: The Comptroller General oversees the use of public funds.
- Judicial Control: The judicial system regulates state action through lawsuits and court audits.
- Constitutional Control: The Constitutional Court ensures the constitutionality of actions by all government branches and officials.
Legal Functions
- Legislative Function: This function formulates general laws, regulates the relationship between citizens and the state, and sets guidelines for behavior.
- Executive Function: The executive branch fulfills the needs of citizens and promotes the well-being of the country. It includes both political and administrative functions. The political function sets goals, while the administrative function carries them out through a bureaucratic system.
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Explore the various political functions that shape government operations, including the roles of the executive, legislative, and judicial branches. This quiz examines the functions of government aimed at promoting the common good and ensuring proper control mechanisms are in place. Test your understanding of how these functions influence citizen welfare and government accountability.
