21 Questions
What is the main function of the government?
Enforcing laws and policies
According to the Divine Right Theory, where do rulers derive their authority from?
Divine creation
What does Social Contract Theory assert?
Individuals consent to be governed for protection of rights
Which area of land falls under the jurisdiction of a ruler or state?
Territory
What does Political Science study?
State and government
What is the focus of Public Law?
Relationship between individuals and the state
What is the primary function of the government in a state?
Conducting policies and actions
What does Political Theory primarily study?
Principles underlying political systems
In Political Science, what does the term 'Polis' refer to?
City
What does Public Administration involve?
Management of governmental programs
What is the role of the Nation in a state?
Uniting people by common descent or culture
Which theory emphasizes that governments are established through coercion and force?
Necessity of Force Theory
What does the concept of Legitimacy refer to in politics?
The belief by citizens that their government has the right to rule
Which ideology emphasizes individual rights, limited government intervention, and free markets?
Classical Liberalism
What does Modern Conservatism stress as part of its ideology?
Preservation of traditional institutions and free-market capitalism
What is the fundamental concept of Social Contract Theory in governance?
Individuals consent to be governed in exchange for protection of their rights and interests
Which perspective defines nations by a shared political identity within a specific territorial boundary?
Nations as Political Communities - shared political identity within specific boundary
What does Modern Liberalism advocate for in terms of government intervention?
Protection of civil liberties and addressing inequalities
Which theory proposes collective ownership of the means of production?
Marx's Concept of Socialism
What distinguishes Classic Conservatism from Modern Conservatism?
Advocacy for traditional values and social stability
What is the main idea behind Communism as an ideology?
Advocating for a classless society with collective ownership of property
Explore key definitions in politics and governance, including state, government, nation, and territory. Test your knowledge on the concepts of political science and the origin of the term 'polis'.
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