Political Science & The Art of Governance

Question 1

The branch of social science that deals with systems of
government, and the analysis of political activities and behavior.

Answer 1

Political Science

Question 2

The embodiment of the symbols whose meanings influence, control and shape the behavior of the members of society

Answer 2

Power

Question 3

these refer to the set of beliefs and doctrines that serve as the guide in the political, economic and social action of a state

Answer 3

Political Ideologies

Question 4

these are governmental and societal controversies debated over time inclusive of divisive topics

Answer 4

Political Issues

Question 5

an institution run by the state and whose responsibility is tied
with delivering the needs of the citizens.

Answer 5

Government

Question 6

What are the four components of politics?

Answer 6

Political institutions, political ideologies, political parties, political issues`

Question 7

these comprise the state, government agencies, political systems and the functions of the political beings or individuals within the institution

Answer 7

Political Institutions

Question 8

these refer to the set of beliefs and doctrines that serve as the guide in the political, economic, and social action of a state. Foremost examples are democracy, monarchy, dictatorship etc.

Answer 8

Political Ideologies

Question 9

these are groups of certain individuals who aspire to occupy public office

Answer 9

Political Parties

Question 10

these are governmental and societal controversies debated over time inclusive of divisive topics such as abortion, taxation, foreign policy, free trade etc.

Answer 10

Political Issues

Question 11

What are the characteristics of Good Governance?

Answer 11

• Political
• Rule of Law
• Transparency
• Responsiveness
• Consensus Orientation
• Equity
• Effectiveness and Efficicency
• Accountability
• Strategic Vision

Question 12

What are the four Approaches/Perspectives in the Study of Political Science?

Answer 12

1. Traditional/Historical Approach
2. Scientific/Behavioralist Approach
3. Systems Approach/ Structural-Functional Approach /General Systems Theory Approach
4. Political Economy Approach

Question 13

make some use of history to study the chronology and the historical development of government structures and institutions

Answer 13

Traditional/Historical Approach

Question 14

looks into the processes taking place in political structures in order to understand how this affects the functioning of the institution as a whole

Answer 14

Scientific/Behavioralist Approach

Question 15

highlights the importance of the different structures or branches of government and the execution of their functions in order to ensure the stability of the political system

Answer 15

Systems Approach/ Structural-Functional Approach /General Systems Theory Approach

Question 16

Politics and economy are never entirely separate phenomena. Economics involves conflict over scarce resources while politics generally involves decisions about who will pay and who will benefit from the production and distribution of products and services.

Answer 16

Political Economy Approach