Principles Shaping Governance Quiz

What is the difference between government and governance?

• The exercise of authority and the use of resources to manage the problems and affairs of society

• The system or group of people governing an organized community, often a state

• The managing of the country in effective ways for the benefit of the people

• The way the government manages the country

What are some qualities that Mr Lim showed as a leader?

• Honesty and capability

• Corruption and inefficiency

• Indecisiveness and incompetence

• Arrogance and ignorance

Do you think an effective government always does what the majority of the citizen want?

• No

• It depends

• Sometimes

• Yes

Can you think of some examples of rewards for hard work and effort?

• Edusave Awards

• Unemployment Benefits

• Tax Evasion

• Bribery

Explain how the principle of anticipating change and staying relevant plays a more significant role than providing a stake for everyone in making Singapore a prosperous society.

• It limits opportunities for citizens

• It excludes certain groups from benefiting

• It ensures policies are updated to meet current needs

• It encourages corruption

What did PM Lee do to prepare Singapore for the impact of climate change?

• Cut down forests

• Reserved $5 billion for coastal and flood protection fund

• Ignored the issue

• Increased carbon emissions

What was the purpose of the Emerging Stronger Conversations series?

• To spread misinformation

• To promote violence

• To create division among citizens

• To gather hopes for Singapore's future post-pandemic

What is the main goal of meritocracy?

• To encourage laziness

• To promote nepotism

• To discriminate based on race

• To distribute rewards based on merits

How can meritocracy create inequity over time?

• By benefiting smaller groups of people

• By encouraging corruption

• By promoting equal opportunities

• By eliminating rewards for hard work

What is the need for compassionate meritocracy?

• To discourage hard work

• To promote inequality

• To discourage citizens from contributing

• To encourage citizens to contribute to society