How does the government function?

What is the main purpose of a government?

• Provide entertainment

• Maintain order and protect citizens

• Promote business

Which one defines democracy?

• Power is with the people. Citizens have the right to vote and make decisions through elections.

• A ruler who is born into a royal family and has the power to make decisions and lead the country.

• A single person or a small group holds all the power and makes decisions without the consent of the people.

Which branch of government is responsible for making important decisions and taking care of the day-to-day running of the country?

• Administrative branch

• Judicial branch

• Legislative branch

• Executive branch

Who is part of the legislative branch and makes the laws that everyone has to follow?

• Citizens

• President or Prime Minister

• Lawmakers or parliamentarians

• Judges and courts

The emirate that joined the federation in February 1972.

• Ras Al Khaimah

• Fujairah

• Abu Dhabi

• Dubai

• Sharjah

When did the UAE introduce elections for the Federal National Council (FNC)?

• 2006

• 2008

How were the members of the FNC selected before 2006?

• By nomination from the rulers of the emirates

• By appointment from the President

What is one of the main roles of the government in managing the country's economy?

• Creating and enforcing laws

• Regulating businesses and promoting economic growth

• Providing public services

• Defending the country

Who represents the citizens and makes decisions on their behalf in the government?

• Business owners

• Public service workers

• Elected officials

• Military personnel