Public Administration 101 Quiz

When did the earliest forms of public administration appear?

• 10th Century AD

• 1st Century AD

• 8th and 7th Century BC

• 5th Century BC

Which of the following is NOT one of the three main branches of the state?

• Judiciary

• Military

• Legislature

• Executive

Which phase in the evolution of public administration is known for the 'politics-administration dichotomy'?

• Phase 1

• Phase 2

• Phase 4

• Phase 3

Who is recognized as the father of public administration?

• Woodrow Wilson

• Henri Fayol

• Max Weber

• Frederick Taylor

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of public administration?

• Ensures compliance with policies

• Serves public interest

• Focuses on profit-making

• Promotes transparency

Which type of public administration focuses on efficiency and effectiveness?

• Classical public administration

• Traditional public administration

• New public management

• Postmodern public administration

Which principle of public administration emphasizes the importance of fairness?

• Transparency

• Legitimacy

• Equity

• Economy

What is the principle of subsidiarity in public administration?

• Maximizing economic efficiency

• Ensuring equal representation

• Delegating authority to the lowest level

• Centralizing decision-making

Which definition describes public administration as the 'art and science of management'?

• Coordination of government work

• Enforcement of public policy

• Management of state affairs

• Application of law

What is the common usage of the term 'public administration'?

• Activities of the executive branch

• Military operations

• Legislative processes

• Judicial reviews