Philippine Politics and Governance Quiz

Politics as the art of government focuses primarily on:

• Public opinion

• Government personnel and machinery

• International relations

• Social movements

Which of the following is NOT a setting where politics occurs under the view of politics as the art of government?

• Cabinet meetings

• Legislative chambers

• Private family gatherings

• Government departments

Politics as public affairs distinguishes between:

• Local and national issues

• The political and the non-political

• Economic and social issues

• Domestic and international politics

What does the view of politics as compromise and consensus emphasize?

• The use of force to resolve conflicts

• Resolving conflicts through peaceful debate and negotiation

• The dominance of one group over others

• The economic implications of political decisions

According to the view of politics as power, politics is present in:

• Only national governments

• International organizations only

• All social interactions and relationships

• Only economic activities

Which of the following best defines governance?

• The process of making laws

• The exercise of power by political leaders for the well-being of citizens

• The act of organizing political parties

• The enforcement of international treaties

Which indicator of good governance requires the active involvement of all concerned sectors in decision-making?

• Transparency

• Accountability

• Participatory

• Rule of Law

The principle of 'Rule of Law' in good governance means:

• Laws are enforced arbitrarily

• The government acts within prescribed limits and laws are responsive to society's needs

• Laws are made without public consultation

• Laws apply only to certain groups

Which indicator of good governance involves making information about decision-making processes accessible to the public?

• Equity and Inclusiveness

• Effectiveness and Efficiency

• Transparency

• Consensus Oriented

'Effectiveness and Efficiency' in governance refers to:

• How quickly laws are passed

• How well resources are used to meet societal needs

• The amount of public opinion considered

• The number of government agencies involved