Government as an academic field of study. - SS1 Government Past Questions and Answers - page 1
What is government as an academic field of study?
The study of the systems, structures, and processes through which societies are governed
The study of how to overthrow governments
The study of how to become a politician
The study of the systems, structures, and processes through which societies are governed
Which social science fields does the academic study of government draw on?
Literature, art, music, and theater
Political science, economics, sociology, and history
Chemistry, physics, biology, and mathematics
What subfields are included in the academic study of government?
Political theory, comparative politics, international relations, and public policy
Chemistry, physics, biology, and mathematics
Literature, art, music, and theater
Political theory, comparative politics, international relations, and public policy
What is the purpose of the academic study of government?
To train individuals to become politicians
To provide insights into how governments function and how policies can be improved to better serve the needs of society
To promote one particular type of government system
To provide insights into how governments function and how policies can be improved to better serve the needs of society
Why is the academic study of government important?
It helps individuals better understand political decision-making and governance
It provides a blueprint for overthrowing governments
It promotes individualism and self-interest above all else
It helps individuals better understand political decision-making and governance
What is the purpose of the academic study of government?
The purpose of the academic study of government is to provide insights into how governments function and how policies can be improved to better serve the needs of society.
What are some of the subfields included in the academic study of government?
Some of the subfields included in the academic study of government include political theory, comparative politics, international relations, and public policy.