Political Institutions Exam Review

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts related to the lecture on Political Institutions.

In a __ system, executive power is vested in a prime minister accountable to the parliament.

Parliamentary

In a Presidential system, the executive power is held by a __ who is directly elected by the people.

president

In a Semi-Presidential system, the president and the __ share power in the executive branch.

prime minister

A __ of no confidence can force the Prime Minister and cabinet to resign in a parliamentary system.

vote

During __ period, members of the legislative branch can question the Prime Minister and their cabinet.

Question

The process of __ in Iran begins with a proposal by a member of the Majlis.

lawmaking

The President of Russia has the power to __ the State Duma and call for new elections.

dissolve

The UK has a __ system which consists of two houses: the House of Commons and the House of Lords.

bicameral

In Mexico, the legislative branch is __, consisting of the Senate and the Chamber of Deputies.

bicameral

An independent __ is free from external influence and control, ensuring that laws are made in the best interests of the people.

legislature

Executive term limits are designed to prevent the __ of power in the hands of one individual.

concentration

The judiciary must be free from political pressure, and judges should be appointed based on their __ and experience.

qualifications

In a __ law system, judges have a significant role in interpreting the law based on legal precedents.

Common

A __ law system is based on written laws and codes created by legislative bodies.

Civil

In a __ legal system, judges apply customary laws and traditions of a community to resolve disputes.

Customary

An independent judiciary is essential for a functioning __, acting as a check on the power of the executive and legislative branches.

democracy

In Nigeria, judges are appointed by an independent commission called the __ Judicial Council.

National