Power-sharing

These flashcards cover key concepts related to power-sharing, illustrating its significance, forms, and implications in democratic systems.

Power-sharing

The distribution of power among various institutions, groups, or levels of government to prevent concentration of power.

Majoritarianism

A belief that the majority community should rule the country, often disregarding the wishes of minority communities.

Ethnic Division

A social division based on shared culture and common descent, leading to distinct community identities.

Belgian model

An innovative arrangement in Belgium ensuring equal representation of Dutch and French-speaking communities in governance.

Federal Government

A central government that shares authority with provincial or regional governments.

Community Government

A government elected by people of a single language community, dealing with cultural and educational issues.

Prudential reasons

Reasons based on practical considerations of gains and losses in support of power-sharing.

Moral reasons

Reasons emphasizing the intrinsic value of power-sharing and the democratic right of people to participate in governance.

Conflict resolution

The process of addressing disputes or disagreements, often through compromise and cooperation, relevant in power-sharing contexts.

Civic strife

Conflict between different communities within a country, often exacerbated by power imbalances.

Checks and Balances

A system ensuring that no single branch of government can overpower another, maintaining equilibrium in governance.