Philippine politics and governance Flashcards
What is the greek work for city-state?
Polis
What is the greek word for citizen?
Polites
What is the greek word for government officials?
Politikos
What is a small independent self-contained political society?
City-state
Politics as ________
All government officials and all those working in government are participating in politics
Politics as an art of government
Politics as _________
It is played by everybody, politicians or not.
Politics as a public affair
Who said the quote “man by nature is a political animal”
Aristotle
Politics as __________
It is meant to resolve conflict. In politics, compromise, conciliation, and negotiation become necessary
Politics as compromise and consensus
Politics as __________
Politics can happen in all human interactions. It can, therefore, be seen as a struggle over scarce resources
Politics as power
What is an academic discipline that deals with the theoretical study of the state and the government?
Political science
What focuses its study on the actual actions or decisions of the state?
Politics
What are the 5 reasons why you should study politics?
- It will help you know your rights
- Clarifies what you yourself believes
- It is a living, breathing subject
- Helps you understand our nation’s parties
- It prepares you for your adult life
What is the actions of the government and as defined by sheng, UNESCAP, “the process of decision-making and the process by which decisions are implemented”
Governance
What are the 8 characteristics of good governance?
Participation
Rule of law
Transparency
Responsiveness
Consensus oriented
Equity and inclusiveness
Effectiveness and efficiency
Accountability
What is the active involvement of all affected and interested parties in the decision making process?
Participation