Power Sharing: Chapter 3 Quiz

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What is the term used to describe the sharing of power between different levels of government, such as state and municipal governments?

Vertical division of power

In which country was the federal division of power refused, leading to tensions and conflicts based on ethnic differences?

Sri Lanka

What system gives minority communities a fair share in power by allowing them to have their own government at a sub-national level?

Federal division of power

What is a good example of power sharing among different social groups in Belgium?

Community government Signup and view all the answers

How does Belgium address ethnic diversity in its governance system?

By implementing a federal division of power Signup and view all the answers

What term is used to describe the interest groups that participate in governmental committees or influence the decision-making process in a democracy?

Pressure groups Signup and view all the answers

In which country are socially weaker sections and women represented in the legislatures and administration through reserved constituencies?

India Signup and view all the answers

What action did the Bombay High Court order the Maharashtra state government to take for children's homes in Mumbai?

Improve living conditions Signup and view all the answers

What will individuals feel if they are alienated from the government in a democratic system?

Alienated Signup and view all the answers

Which Canadian state agreed to a land claim settlement with the aboriginal community?

Ontario Signup and view all the answers

Which two influential political parties in Russia agreed to unite their organizations into a strong right-wing coalition?

Union of Right Forces and the Liberal Yabloko Movement Signup and view all the answers

In which country did we study the system of reserved constituencies in assemblies and parliament?

India Signup and view all the answers

What type of government is elected in Belgium by people belonging to Dutch, French, and German-speaking communities?

Community government Signup and view all the answers

What issues does the community government in Belgium have power over?

Cultural, educational, and language-related issues Signup and view all the answers

How did Belgium address the question of power sharing and unity within the country?

By respecting the feelings and interests of different communities and regions Signup and view all the answers

What contrasting example does Sri Lanka provide in terms of power sharing and unity?

Majority community dominance without power sharing undermined unity Signup and view all the answers

How did Belgium and Sri Lanka differ in addressing power sharing and unity despite both being democracies?

Belgium adopted mutually acceptable power sharing arrangements; Sri Lanka faced unity issues due to majority dominance Signup and view all the answers

What is the key lesson learned from the examples of Belgium and Sri Lanka in terms of power sharing and unity?

Sharing power makes a country stronger by respecting diverse interests Signup and view all the answers