The state, politics and government Flashcards
1
Q
A politically organised body of…
A
people usually occupying a definite territory, especially: one that is sovereign.
2
Q
A government or politically organised…
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society having a particular character.
3
Q
The state has..
A
- Permanent population
- Defined territory
- Government
- Capacity to enter into relations with other states
4
Q
Politics-
A
The activity through which people make, preserve and amend the general rules under which they live.
5
Q
The characteristics of Politics:
A
The science/art of governing a country
The daily life of governance branches
Decisions made to reach a goal
6
Q
The characteristics of Policy:
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Overall “plan” to reach general set goals
The principle under which politics happens
General statement of intent
7
Q
Actions taken to govern:
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- Over a population
- Utilising power, enforcing rules etc
- By governing bodies
