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What are the different forms of power sharing?
What are the different forms of power sharing?
- Federal and unitary power sharing
- Horizontal and vertical power sharing (correct)
- Authoritarian and democratic power sharing
- Executive and legislative power sharing
What is the significance of power sharing in a democratic country?
What is the significance of power sharing in a democratic country?
- It ensures stability and inclusivity (correct)
- It promotes a one-party system
- It centralizes authority for efficient governance
- It limits the participation of citizens
In which country does the example of Belgium illustrate the accommodation of regional diversity through power sharing?
In which country does the example of Belgium illustrate the accommodation of regional diversity through power sharing?
- South Africa
- Nepal
- India (correct)
- Sri Lanka
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Forms of Power Sharing
- Horizontal power sharing: Division of power among different branches of government, such as legislative, executive, and judiciary
- Vertical power sharing: Division of power among different levels of government, such as central, state, and local governments
Significance of Power Sharing
- Promotes unity and integrity of a country by accommodating diverse groups and interests
- Helps to reduce conflict between different groups and regions
- Increases the stability of a democratic country
Belgium: An Example of Power Sharing
- Belgium illustrates power sharing by accommodating its regional diversity
- The country has a federal system with three regions: Flanders, Wallonia, and Brussels
- Each region has its own government, and power is shared among the regions and the central government
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