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Which of the following accurately describes an oligarchy?
Which of the following accurately describes an oligarchy?
- A government where all citizens participate directly in decision-making.
- A government that strictly adheres to democratic principles.
- A government led by a single individual with absolute power.
- A government where power is held by a small elite segment of society. (correct)
What distinguishes theocracy from other forms of government?
What distinguishes theocracy from other forms of government?
- It is governed by officials who are considered divinely guided. (correct)
- It maintains strict secular laws without religious influence.
- It allows citizens to elect their leaders through voting.
- Its leadership is derived from military leaders.
Which principle is NOT associated with democratic governance?
Which principle is NOT associated with democratic governance?
- Power is concentrated in a single ruler's hands. (correct)
- The majority's rule determines governance.
- Citizens possess defined freedoms and liberties.
- All citizens have equal access to power.
What role does the state NOT typically play in society?
What role does the state NOT typically play in society?
Which of the following statements about the roles of the state is true?
Which of the following statements about the roles of the state is true?
What is the primary function of the state?
What is the primary function of the state?
Which statement accurately distinguishes the state from the government?
Which statement accurately distinguishes the state from the government?
What is a characteristic of a welfare state?
What is a characteristic of a welfare state?
According to Aristotle, how is the state defined?
According to Aristotle, how is the state defined?
What role does the state play in the allocation of resources?
What role does the state play in the allocation of resources?
Which of the following does NOT describe a feature of a welfare state?
Which of the following does NOT describe a feature of a welfare state?
In which way is a government considered a means of state power?
In which way is a government considered a means of state power?
What is Woodrow Wilson's definition of the state?
What is Woodrow Wilson's definition of the state?
Which of the following is NOT considered an element of the state?
Which of the following is NOT considered an element of the state?
What type of government involves absolute power vested in an individual for life or abdication?
What type of government involves absolute power vested in an individual for life or abdication?
Which of the following best describes a totalitarian political system?
Which of the following best describes a totalitarian political system?
What is the primary role of government within the state?
What is the primary role of government within the state?
Which characteristic is considered exclusive to a sovereign state?
Which characteristic is considered exclusive to a sovereign state?
In which form of government is power typically shared between different branches?
In which form of government is power typically shared between different branches?
Which of the following accurately describes targeted programs?
Which of the following accurately describes targeted programs?
What is a characteristic common to all states?
What is a characteristic common to all states?
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State definition
- A state is a political entity with a government, territory, and population.
- The state and government are often used interchangeably, but they are distinct concepts.
- The government is the group of people in power at a given time.
- The state is the system of governance, not the people currently controlling it.
- A nation is a large geographical area with a shared culture and identity.
- States can be different from nations.
State Functions
- Maintain peace and order
- Regulate the lives of citizens
- Fulfill social needs
State Features
- Population
- Territory
- Government
- Sovereignty
Forms of Government
- Authoritarian:
- Power held by a small group or individual.
- Examples: Monarchy, totalitarianism.
- Oligarchic:
- Power held by a select few, often based on wealth, family, or religion.
- Examples: Theocracy.
- Democratic:
- Power held by the majority of citizens.
- Citizens have equal access to power and rights.
Roles of the State
- Provide external security through military
- Maintain internal security with police
- Grant and protect rights of the people
- Issue and regulate currency
- Create conditions for socioeconomic development
- Grant citizenship and protect citizens’ interests
- Conduct foreign relations and trade
- Secure national interests in international relations
Welfare State
- State is responsible for well-being of citizens.
- Modern democratic countries often have welfare state features.
- Ensures minimum standard of living and opportunity.
- Features:
- Universal health, education, and income benefits
- Social insurance programs for employment and retirement
- Targeted programs for specific welfare needs
- Taxation and tax expenditures
- Private occupational benefits
- Charitable and nonprofit activity
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