Which of the following would be an example of the devolution "revolution" advanced by the Republican Party in the 1990s?
a. legislation restricting unfunded federal mandates
b. legislation centralizing federal authority over public assistance programs
c. legislation mandating an increase in the number of military bases overseas
d. legislation creating a federal office of educational standards for local K-12 schools
a
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One way to vote in a legislative assembly is as a trustee. When an elected official votes as a trustee, his or her vote is based on
a. the advice of trusted friends and colleagues. b. the advice of wealthy constituents who help supply campaigns with funds. c. the advice of trusted party leaders who need votes to pass a bill. d. What the official believes is in the public's best interest.
Since independence, India has benefited from
a. growing loyalty to regions of the country. b. a disappearance of caste allegiances. c. general identification with India as a country. d. increased religious fundamentalism. e. high levels of foreign investment.
Which of the following statements about federalism is accurate?
A. In a federal system, neither of the levels of government has any ability to affect the other one. B. In a federal system, neither level of government completely controls the other and as such each has significant room for independent action. C. In a federal system, the national government is completely autonomous while the state governments have limited autonomy. D. In a federal system, the national government is completely subordinated to the political interests and economic needs of the states.
The doctrine of judicial restraint argues that courts should avoid overturning precedents
Indicate whether the statement is true or false