2. Principles of Democracy

Which philosopher focused on individual rights, government by consent, and the social contract?

• Thomas Hobbes

• John Locke

• Jean-Jacques Rousseau

• Montesquieu

What is the definition of Natural Rights according to John Locke?

• The idea that a government's power comes from the consent of the governed

• Basic rights that all people have, such as life, liberty, and property

• An agreement among people to form a government and follow its rules for the benefit of all

• The principle that laws apply equally to everyone

What is the impact of Government by Consent as defined by John Locke?

• Ensures that government power is derived from the people and serves the common good

• Emphasizes the need for a strong authority to prevent chaos and maintain order

• People agree to form a government to protect their rights and interests. If the government fails, they can change it.

• Ensures that the people are the ultimate source of government authority and have a say in how they are governed

Which principle ensures that laws apply equally to everyone, including government officials?

• Natural Rights

• Rule of Law

• Social Contract

• Popular Sovereignty

What is the impact of the Social Contract as defined by John Locke and Thomas Hobbes?

• Prevents arbitrary rule and protects individual rights and freedoms

• Ensures that government power is derived from the people and serves the common good

• Emphasizes the need for a strong authority to prevent chaos and maintain order

• Ensures that the people are the ultimate source of government authority

Which philosopher used the metaphor of Leviathan to describe a powerful central authority or government?

• John Locke

• Thomas Hobbes

• Jean-Jacques Rousseau

• Montesquieu

What is the definition of Popular Sovereignty?

• The principle that laws apply equally to everyone

• An agreement among people to form a government and follow its rules for the benefit of all

• The idea that the power of the government comes from the people

• Basic rights that all people have, such as life, liberty, and property

What is the definition of Separation of Powers?

• Dividing government power among different branches to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful.

• A system where each branch of government can limit the power of the other branches.

• Agreement to form a government and follow its rules.

• Basic rights everyone has (life, liberty, property).

What is the impact of Separation of Powers?

• Ensures checks and balances, promoting accountability and preventing abuse of power.

• Prevents any one branch from having too much power, ensuring a balanced and fair government.

• Government gets its power from the people.

• Laws apply equally to everyone, including leaders.

What is the definition of Checks and Balances?

• A system where each branch of government can limit the power of the other branches.

• Dividing government power among different branches to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful.

• Agreement to form a government and follow its rules.

• Basic rights everyone has (life, liberty, property).