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Question No : 8
In a federal system, what is the relationship between the central government and subnational units like states or provinces?

Subnational units have complete independence from the central government.
Subnational units have no political power.
Subnational units have some degree of autonomy and power.
Subnational units are governed directly by the central government.
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Question No : 9
What is the term for a system of government in which power is concentrated in the hands of a single leader who came to power through a coup or rebellion?

Monarchy
Totalitarianism
Oligarchy
Authoritarianism
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Question No : 10
In a presidential system, how is the president typically elected?

By appointment from the legislature
By a direct vote of the people
By inheritance
By a council of elders
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Question No : 11
In a parliamentary system, what is the role of the head of state, such as a monarch or president?

To make and enforce laws
To represent the country in international affairs
To serve as the head of the legislature
To appoint the prime minister
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Question No : 12
Which type of electoral system is most likely to result in a two-party system?

Proportional representation
Mixed-member proportional
Single-member district plurality
First-past-the-post
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Question No : 13
Which political scientist is known for his work on the concept of political culture?

Max Weber
Karl Marx
Alexis de Tocqueville
Jean-Jacques Rousseau
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Question No : 14
Which political scientist is known for his theory of power resources and how they affect labor movements and political outcomes?

Max Weber
Karl Marx
Robert Michels
Theda Skocpol
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