General Political Knowledge - 2 Flashcards
What is the name given to the law-making branch of the UK political System?
Legislative
What is the name given to the policy-making and implementation of policy branch of UK government?
Executive
What is the name given to the law interpenetration and enforcement branch of UK government?
Judicary
What year did Women gain the same voting rights as men?
1928
What is the name of the key Act of Parliament that establishes citizens’ rights in the UK?
Human Rights Act (1998)
Which main political party went into coalition in 2010 with the conservatives?
Liberal Democrats
What was unusual about the 2010 election?
It produced coalition
What is the group called, appointed by the Prime Minister to make government policy?
Cabinet
What takes place at 12pm in the House of Commons every Wednesday and lasts for 30 minutes?
Prime Ministers Questions
Who controls the House of Commons?
The speaker
What is the highest court in the UK?
Supreme Court
Is the Prime Minister elected or appointed?
Appointed