Political Concepts and Government Structures

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A fundamental idea or principle that serves as the foundation for a system of beliefs or behaviors.

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Core concept

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The division of government responsibilities into distinct areas to prevent any one branch from exercising the core functions of another.

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Branch of power / Branch of government

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The branch of government responsible for making laws.

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Legislative

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The branch of government responsible for implementing and enforcing laws.

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Executive

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The branch of government responsible for interpreting laws and administering justice.

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Judicial

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The processes by which decisions are made within an organization or government.

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Decision-making procedures

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The act of creating or founding an institution or system.

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Establishment of something

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Causing or likely to cause public disagreement.

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Controversial

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The structure of laws and regulations that govern a society.

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Legal frameworks

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To compel observance of or obedience to laws or rules.

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To enforce