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What political system did Kazakhstan focus on after gaining independence?
What political system did Kazakhstan focus on after gaining independence?
The national flag of Kazakhstan was approved before the Armed Forces were created.
The national flag of Kazakhstan was approved before the Armed Forces were created.
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Name one task assigned to the head of the administration during the transition period.
Name one task assigned to the head of the administration during the transition period.
Responsibility for the economy
The national emblem of Kazakhstan features a five-pointed ______ at the top.
The national emblem of Kazakhstan features a five-pointed ______ at the top.
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Match the following elements with their significance in Kazakhstan's national symbols:
Match the following elements with their significance in Kazakhstan's national symbols:
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Who is the author of the national flag of Kazakhstan?
Who is the author of the national flag of Kazakhstan?
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The state symbols of Kazakhstan reflect the country's history and culture.
The state symbols of Kazakhstan reflect the country's history and culture.
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When is the official history of the army of Kazakhstan marked?
When is the official history of the army of Kazakhstan marked?
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What symbol indicates the community of states and the unity of the peoples of the five continents?
What symbol indicates the community of states and the unity of the peoples of the five continents?
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The first Constitution of independent Kazakhstan was adopted in 1993.
The first Constitution of independent Kazakhstan was adopted in 1993.
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Who were the authors of the national anthem adopted in 2006?
Who were the authors of the national anthem adopted in 2006?
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The national currency adopted in Kazakhstan in 1993 is called the ______.
The national currency adopted in Kazakhstan in 1993 is called the ______.
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According to the Constitution, what type of state is the Republic of Kazakhstan?
According to the Constitution, what type of state is the Republic of Kazakhstan?
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Match the following years with the events that occurred:
Match the following years with the events that occurred:
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All local councils of people's Deputies were dissolved in December 1993.
All local councils of people's Deputies were dissolved in December 1993.
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What principle divides the Public Administration power in Kazakhstan?
What principle divides the Public Administration power in Kazakhstan?
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What was the term length for deputies elected to the parliament of Kazakhstan as per the code adopted on December 17, 1993?
What was the term length for deputies elected to the parliament of Kazakhstan as per the code adopted on December 17, 1993?
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The Constitutional Court declared the powers of the Deputies of the Supreme Council legal.
The Constitutional Court declared the powers of the Deputies of the Supreme Council legal.
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On what date was the referendum held to extend the powers of the president until 2000?
On what date was the referendum held to extend the powers of the president until 2000?
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The new Constitution recognized that public and private property are equally _____
The new Constitution recognized that public and private property are equally _____
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Match the following events with their dates:
Match the following events with their dates:
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What percentage of citizens supported the extension of the president's powers during the referendum?
What percentage of citizens supported the extension of the president's powers during the referendum?
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August 30 was declared a state holiday in Kazakhstan as Constitution Day.
August 30 was declared a state holiday in Kazakhstan as Constitution Day.
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What was the main reason behind the presidential decrees issued after the parliament was dissolved?
What was the main reason behind the presidential decrees issued after the parliament was dissolved?
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Who was appointed as the Prime Minister of Kazakhstan on October 10, 1997?
Who was appointed as the Prime Minister of Kazakhstan on October 10, 1997?
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Akmola was declared the capital of Kazakhstan starting from December 10, 1997.
Akmola was declared the capital of Kazakhstan starting from December 10, 1997.
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What percentage of voters voted for N.Nazarbayev in the January 1999 elections?
What percentage of voters voted for N.Nazarbayev in the January 1999 elections?
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In July 2000, a constitutional law came into force that provided for the inviolability of the first president of the Republic of Kazakhstan and stated that he could not be held accountable except for __________.
In July 2000, a constitutional law came into force that provided for the inviolability of the first president of the Republic of Kazakhstan and stated that he could not be held accountable except for __________.
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Match the following leaders with their respective roles:
Match the following leaders with their respective roles:
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Which electoral system was introduced in Kazakhstan in May 1999?
Which electoral system was introduced in Kazakhstan in May 1999?
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The Strategic Program of Kazakhstan's development 'Kazakhstan-2030' addresses five long-term issues.
The Strategic Program of Kazakhstan's development 'Kazakhstan-2030' addresses five long-term issues.
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What significant change did the law introduced in May 1999 bring to the electoral system of Kazakhstan?
What significant change did the law introduced in May 1999 bring to the electoral system of Kazakhstan?
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What is the main focus of the strategy "Kazakhstan-2050"?
What is the main focus of the strategy "Kazakhstan-2050"?
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The strategy "Kazakhstan-2030" was implemented after its scheduled completion date.
The strategy "Kazakhstan-2030" was implemented after its scheduled completion date.
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What political concept was introduced in the strategy "Kazakhstan-2050"?
What political concept was introduced in the strategy "Kazakhstan-2050"?
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Kazakhstan aims to achieve ___________ by the goal set in the strategy "Kazakhstan-2050".
Kazakhstan aims to achieve ___________ by the goal set in the strategy "Kazakhstan-2050".
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Match the political directions from "Kazakhstan-2050" with their focus:
Match the political directions from "Kazakhstan-2050" with their focus:
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Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a challenge during the transition to individual autonomy?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a challenge during the transition to individual autonomy?
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The "Kazakhstan-2030" program was the first large-scale program in the history of Kazakhstan.
The "Kazakhstan-2030" program was the first large-scale program in the history of Kazakhstan.
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Who published the address that introduced the "Kazakhstan-2050" strategy?
Who published the address that introduced the "Kazakhstan-2050" strategy?
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Study Notes
State Construction of Kazakhstan
- Kazakhstan's independence led to the development of sovereign statehood, focusing on a strong presidential republic and reforming parliamentary power, along with executive power reforms in regions, cities, and districts.
- The head of administration became responsible for local implementation of presidential and governmental decisions.
- Administrative appointments and dismissals were directly determined by the President.
- The Kazakh Armed Forces were established in May 1992 with the approval of the new national symbols: flag, coat of arms, and anthem.
- The flag's colours and imagery (blue, gold, eagle) represent values like solidarity, peace, wealth, and prosperity.
- The country's coat of arms, with a five-pointed star and shanyrak, signifies national identity and unity with the people of five continents.
- The new national currency, the tenge, was introduced in November 1993.
- Kazakhstan's first constitution was adopted in January 1993, establishing a democratic, secular, and unitary state with equal rights for citizens; emphasizing territorial integrity.
Further Developments
- The Alatau District Council's self-dissolution and the early termination of other local councils led to changes in the laws regarding local representative and executive bodies.
- New elections for local administrative positions were held with elections for a five-year term in 1993.
- In 1994, a presidential decree granted additional powers to the president.
- A new constitution was formally adopted in 1995 based on public referendum.
- The president's term was extended via referendum in 1995.
- The Constitution declared the division of power into legislative, executive, and judicial branches.
Political and Economic Reform
- Significant reforms were made to the electoral system through a mixed system with 10 proportional representation seats and 67 single-member constituencies.
- The 1999 elections, held via a new mixed electoral system, resulted in the election of a new prime minister.
- "Kazakhstan-2030" was established as the program to address national security, social integration, economic growth, citizen's health and education.
- In 1997, a strategy focused on establishing a strong, prosperous nation with particular emphasis on economic development, technology, and infrastructure building in a period of twenty years.
- The transition from collective to individual-based values was noted during this period.
- Political stability, and economic, social and development goals like a universal labor society by 2050 are identified as goals for the future.
Key Figures and Dates
- Key figures like N. Nazarbayev, Sh. Niyazbekov, T. G. Kvyatkovskaya, and others were involved in the transition.
- Key dates include May 7, 1992 (establishment of armed forces), June 4, 1992 (approval of national symbols), January 28, 1993 (adoption of constitution), November 12, 1993 (introduction of tenge), January 1999 (presidential elections).
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This quiz explores Kazakhstan's journey towards establishing a sovereign statehood following its independence. It covers critical aspects such as the presidential republic structure, national symbols, and important constitutional developments during this period.
