12: political culture

Question 1

Political culture

Answer 1

The sum of individual values and norms regarding politics and the political system, or the culture of a group which gives shared meaning to political action

Question 2

Elite political culture

Answer 2

The values and norms regarding politics and the political system by those closest to the centers of political power, including elected officials, bureaucrats and business leaders

Question 3

Civic culture

Answer 3

A moderate political culture in which most people accept the obligation to participate in politics while ackowledging the authority of the state and its rights to take decisions

Question 4

Liberal democracy

Answer 4

Define a healthy political system as one whose citizens believe that they can contribute to, and are affected by government decisions

Question 5

Post-materialism

Answer 5

A set of values emphasizing the quality of life over materialist values such as economic growth and physical security

Question 6

Political trust

Answer 6

The belief that rulers are generally well-intentionated and effective in serving the interest of the governed.