Types of Power Sharing in Government

Which type of power sharing is also known as separation of powers?

What is the main objective of power sharing?

What is the primary characteristic of vertical power sharing?

Which type of power sharing is exemplified in the United States, Canada, and Germany?

Which type of power sharing is also known as coalition government?

What is the primary goal of power sharing among social groups?

What is the characteristic of power sharing between government and civil society?

Which of the following is NOT a type of power sharing?

What is the primary benefit of power sharing among political parties?

Which of the following countries is an example of power sharing among social groups?

Power sharing refers to the distribution of power among various institutions, groups, or individuals to ensure that no one entity has absolute control. There are several types of power sharing:

Also known as separation of powers
Power is divided among three branches of government: legislative, executive, and judicial
Each branch has distinct roles and responsibilities to prevent concentration of power
Examples: United States, France, and India

Also known as federalism
Power is divided between central government and regional or state governments
Central government has authority over national matters, while regional governments have autonomy over local matters
Examples: United States, Canada, and Germany

Also known as consociationalism
Power is shared among different social groups, such as religious or ethnic groups
Each group has a degree of autonomy and representation in the government
Examples: Switzerland, Belgium, and Lebanon

Also known as coalition government
Power is shared among different political parties, often in a multiparty system
Parties work together to form a government and make decisions
Examples: Germany, Italy, and India

Also known as participatory democracy
Power is shared between government and civil society organizations, such as NGOs and community groups
Citizens have a direct role in decision-making and policy implementation
Examples: Brazil, Portugal, and South Africa

Learn about the different ways power is distributed among institutions, groups, and individuals to ensure no one entity has absolute control. This quiz covers horizontal power sharing, vertical power sharing, power sharing among social groups, power sharing among political parties, and power sharing between government and civil society.