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Politics refers to activities through which people make, preserve, and amend the general rules under which they ______.
Politics refers to activities through which people make, preserve, and amend the general rules under which they ______.
live
The term ______ describes the ability to do something.
The term ______ describes the ability to do something.
power
______ is defined as legitimate power that a person has to exercise authority.
______ is defined as legitimate power that a person has to exercise authority.
Authority
Legitimacy is derived from the Latin word 'legitimare,' meaning to declare ______.
Legitimacy is derived from the Latin word 'legitimare,' meaning to declare ______.
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Charismatic authority is based on presumed special and extraordinary ______.
Charismatic authority is based on presumed special and extraordinary ______.
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Study Notes
Politics
- Politics is about creating, maintaining, and changing the rules that govern society.
Power
- Power is the ability to act and influence.
Authority
- Authority is legitimate power.
- It is the right to exercise power.
Legitimacy
- Legitimacy comes from the Latin word "legitimare," meaning "to declare lawful."
- It signifies rightfulness.
Traditional Authority
- Traditional authority is based on established customs and traditions.
- Power is passed down through inheritance or occupation of specific positions.
Charismatic Authority
- Charismatic authority stems from perceived exceptional characteristics.
- Charisma is considered an inherent quality or gift.
Legal-Rational Authority
- Legal-rational authority is the most common type of authority.
- It is defined by written rules and laws.
- This type of authority is the most stable.
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Description
This quiz explores the concepts of politics, power, and authority. Delve into traditional, charismatic, and legal-rational authority, as well as the foundations of legitimacy. Test your knowledge on how these elements shape societal governance.
