A state is described as a complete and permanent institution because it possesses which of the following?
- aPopulation only
- bSovereignty or absolute power
- cA temporary government
- dForeign aid
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A state is described as a complete and permanent institution because it possesses which of the following?
Government is one of how many elements of a state?
Consider the following as elements of a state: Which of the following is correct?
Although all states are formed with the same elements, which statement is true?
Based on the economic system, states are classified into which two types?
In a capitalist state, who owns the inputs of economic production such as land, labour and capital?
In a capitalist state, the price of commodities is regulated based on which factor?
In a capitalist state, capitalists mostly achieve maximum profit by which means?
Most of the countries in the world today belong to which type of state?
What is the main objective of the socialist state system?
Instead of private ownership, what do socialist states introduce?
In a socialist state, economic production initiatives and resource distribution are made through which process?
What is the biggest limitation of the socialist state system?
Based on the source of power, states are classified into which two types?
In a democratic state, the power to rule is vested in whom?
In a democratic state, the government is changed through which means?
How many political parties exist in a democratic state?
Which of the following is an example of a democratic state?
Which advantage of democracy ensures that people can express opinions independently and criticize the government?
In a democratic system, people's representatives are accountable to the people. This advantage is known as:
In a democracy, the government's stability depends on which factor, leading to increased efficiency?
Which advantage of democracy means all enjoy equal rights and opportunities regardless of ethnic, religious and racial identities?
Why is there less probability of revolution in a democracy?
The democratic system is established on logic and consent because:
Consider the following advantages of democracy: Which of the following is correct?
Which demerit of democracy means it counts heads but undermines merit?
In democratic governance, which party forms the government?
According to the chapter, the success of democracy requires which of the following?
Which of the following is described as "the heart of democracy"?
Election is described as the medium of democracy. To make democracy stronger, citizens must:
Consider the following qualities required for democratic behaviour: Which of the following is correct?
Dictatorship is best described as which kind of governance?
In a dictatorial state, the power of government lies in whose hands?
In a dictatorship, what is regarded as law?
How many political parties exist in a dictatorial state?
In a dictatorship, who controls the mass media (radio, television, newspapers)?
Which of the following is described as the ideal of dictatorship?
What is the main principle of a dictatorial state?
Why is dictatorship called anti-democratic?
Which historical figure is mentioned as an example of a dictator who created havoc with a war-mongering mentality?
Consider the following demerits of a dictatorial state: Which of the following is correct?
Based on the distribution of power principle, states are classified into which two categories?
In a unitary state, all powers are vested in which authority?
Which of the following are examples of unitary states?
In a unitary state, provincial or regional governments act as what?
How is a federal state formed?
In a federal state, power is distributed between the centre and the provinces through what?
Which neighbouring country of Bangladesh is mentioned as a federation?
States whose heads of state assume power through inheritance are called what?
What are the two types of monarchy?
In which country does the monarchy assume absolute power?
In an absolute monarchy, there is no opportunity for which of the following?
In a constitutional monarchy such as the United Kingdom, the King or Queen enjoys what kind of power?
In a constitutional monarchy, the real power of the state lies with whom?
The state which works for the bare daily needs of the people is called what?
Which of the following is an example of a welfare state?
In a welfare state, how is tax imposed?
Consider the following features of a welfare state: Which of the following is correct?
Based on the principle of the distribution of power, governments are classified into which two types?
Based on the relationship between the legislature and the executive, governments are classified into which two forms?
In a unitary government, all powers are vested in which authority?
Which of the following are examples of a unitary government?
In a unitary government, the regional government acts as what?
Which merit of unitary government means a decision made at the centre can be easily implemented all over the country?
Why is a unitary government considered cost-effective?
A unitary state is said to be most suitable for which kind of state?
Which of the following is a demerit of unitary government?
Why is a unitary government unsuitable for large states?
The federal government is based on which principle?
In a federal government, the existence of two separate and independent governments is described as which form of government?
Which of the following are examples of a federal form of government?
Which merit of federal government develops "unity in diversity"?
How does a federal government help reduce arbitrary behaviour of the centre?
Which demerit of federal government means it is "like a government within a government"?
Consider the following demerits of a federal government: Which of the following is correct?
In a parliamentary form of government, in whose hands are executive powers vested?
In a parliamentary system, which party forms the cabinet?
In a parliamentary government, ministers are usually selected from among whom?
Which of the following countries has a parliamentary form of government?
In a parliamentary government, the president is of which type?
In a parliamentary government, the cabinet including the prime minister is accountable to whom?
In a parliamentary government, the cabinet falls under which circumstance?
In a parliamentary form of government, who holds the highest importance?
Which merit of parliamentary government describes the opposition as an "alternative government"?
Why is the parliamentary government sometimes called "the tyranny of the majority"?
In a presidential form of government, who conducts the executive power?
In a presidential government, to whom are the ministers accountable?
In a presidential system, the president and members of the cabinet are NOT members of which body?
Which country has the presidential form of government?
Why is governance stable in a presidential form of government?
Impeachment is the process for removing the president with which majority in parliament?
Which merit of the presidential system maintains "check and balance" among the three branches of government?
Which demerit of the presidential system means the president may turn into a tyrant?
Why is the presidential form of government called "rigid"?
According to the chapter, the USA combines which forms of state and government?
According to the chapter, the UK is a parliamentary form of government with which feature?
Which of the following is a democratic behavior?
In a welfare state system, consider the following statements: Which of the following is correct?
Mr. Karim is the head of organization 'A'. He makes his colleagues work from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., does not take the opinions of his co-workers into consideration, and stops anyone who mentions a problem by scolding them. Which system of government is similar to the activities of organization 'A'?
Mr. Rahim is the head of organization 'B'. He is friendly and easy-going with his co-workers, solves their problems quickly, and as a result his employees work spontaneously. If a state operates like organization 'B', consider the following outcomes: Which of the following is correct?
Mr. Kamal is the owner of a private organization with branch offices in every district, and he controls all branches from the head office. Which state system is similar to the work of Mr. Kamal's organization?
Mr. Bashar's company has eight directors who manage branch offices of every department; except for some important matters, the directors operate their branches independently. Which government system resembles the activities of Mr. Bashar's organization?
Why is the possibility of revolution less likely in a democratic state system?
"Autocracy is another name for dictatorship." This is because in both:
Why is Bangladesh called a unitary government?
Why is a federal government considered helpful for the development of local leadership?
Why does the legislature have sovereign power in a parliamentary government?
Why is separation of powers said to be possible mainly in a presidential government?