Features of a representative government - SS1 Government Past Questions and Answers - page 1
In a representative government, who elects representatives?
Citizens
The President
The Military
What is a key feature of a representative government?
Direct democracy
Absolute monarchy
Separation of powers
What is the role of elected representatives in a representative government?
To make decisions on behalf of citizens
To enforce laws
To interpret the Constitution
What is the purpose of regular elections in a representative government?
To maintain the power of the ruling party
To ensure that citizens have a say in the decisions that affect their lives
To establish a system of military rule
To ensure that citizens have a say in the decisions that affect their lives
What is the importance of accountability in a representative government?
It gives the military more power in the government
It ensures that elected representatives act in the best interests of their constituents
It allows the judiciary to make all decisions
It ensures that elected representatives act in the best interests of their constituents
What is separation of powers in a representative government?
Separation of powers is a system in which different branches of government have different responsibilities, to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful and abusing its authority.
What is the purpose of a representative government?
The purpose of a representative government is to give citizens a voice in the decisions that affect their lives, while also ensuring that these decisions are made in a fair and accountable manner.