Definition Of Politics Flashcards
Democracy
The people in a country having choice and rights to vote
Constitution
How something is composed, countries rules are its constitution
Separation Powers
A principle in the United States where the powers and responsibilities are divided among the judiciary, executive branch and the legislative branch.
Parliament
The highest legislative position, where people are elected
Executive
The highest legislative position, where people are elected
Federal
Relating to a system of government in which several states form a unity but remain independent
Territory
An area of land under jurisdiction of a state
Local council
People elected to run deal with the affairs of a town.
Judiciary
The judicial authorities of a country
Referendum
A vote by the electorate to solve a political question of the constitution
Majority Governmant
A government formed by a party with a majority of seats
Minority Government
A government formed with party having the majority of seats but still less than half.