General Political Knowledge - 2 Flashcards

1
Q

What is the name given to the law-making branch of the UK political System?

A

Legislative

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2
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What is the name given to the policy-making and implementation of policy branch of UK government?

A

Executive

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3
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What is the name given to the law interpenetration and enforcement branch of UK government?

A

Judicary

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4
Q

What year did Women gain the same voting rights as men?

A

1928

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5
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What is the name of the key Act of Parliament that establishes citizens’ rights in the UK?

A

Human Rights Act (1998)

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6
Q

Which main political party went into coalition in 2010 with the conservatives?

A

Liberal Democrats

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7
Q

What was unusual about the 2010 election?

A

It produced coalition

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8
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What is the group called, appointed by the Prime Minister to make government policy?

A

Cabinet

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9
Q

What takes place at 12pm in the House of Commons every Wednesday and lasts for 30 minutes?

A

Prime Ministers Questions

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10
Q

Who controls the House of Commons?

A

The speaker

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11
Q

What is the highest court in the UK?

A

Supreme Court

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12
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Is the Prime Minister elected or appointed?

A

Appointed

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