Gov Unit 1 Vocab Quest

 

 A system of government where the power is held by the people either directly or through elected representatives.

A form of government where the country is considered a "public matter" and is not the private concern or property of the rulers.

A set of fundamental principles or established precedents according to which a state or other organization is governed.

A system of government in which power is divided between a central authority and constituent political units.

The principle of government where each branch has some measure of influence over the other branches and may choose to block procedures of the other branches.

The division of governmental responsibilities into distinct branches to prevent any one branch from gaining too much power.

The power of the courts to review and potentially invalidate actions taken by the executive and legislative branches of government

A set of beliefs about the role of government, society, and individuals in political affairs.

Basic individual rights and freedoms that are protected from infringement by the government.

The principle that all people and institutions are subject to and accountable under the law.