Governments
What are the 3 types of government?
Crown Colony, Constitutional Monarchy, Republicanism
What is a colony?
A colony is a territory that is settled and governed by people from another country (called the mother country or colonial power)
What is Democracy?
A system of government in which political power belongs to the people, who exercise that power either directly or through elected representatives.
Role of the government
The role of the government is to organize and manage a country or community so that society functions smoothly and citizens’ needs are met. Governments have several key responsibilities: 'Set goals and make policies for the good of the country.
'Make and enforce laws.
'Enforce compliance with laws and regulations.
What is legislative:
relating to the branch of government that has power to make laws.
What is government?
The body responsible for managing a county's goals & for regulating the activities of a society.
Roles of Executive
1. Enforce laws – make sure laws are carried out.
2. Run the government – manage daily administration and public services.
3. Lead the country – set policies and guide national direction.
4. Command the military – ensure national defense.
5. Represent the nation – handle foreign relations and treaties.
The executive carries out laws, runs the government, leads the country, and represents it internationally.
What is Bicameral?
having two separate chambers or houses, especially in a legislature (law-making body).
Examples: Antiqua and Barbuda, Barbados and Trinidad and Tobago.
Constitutional Monarchy
1. The Crown 2. Governor General 3. Senate 4.Assembly[elected]
What is executive?
the branch of government that has the power to enforce and carry out laws.
Role of Legislature
To debate important issues that concern and influence the electoret.
To scrutinize and monitor what the executive does via. commities.
What is Unicameral?
Unicameral describes a legislative system that has only one chamber or house responsible for making laws.
EX; St. Vincent and the Grenadines, St. Kitts and Nevis, Dominica.
List the order of Crown Colony government
1.The Crown 2.governor 3.Council
What are Members of Parliament?
Members of Parliament (MPs) are individuals elected by citizens to represent their interests in a country’s legislative body, known as Parliament. MPs have the responsibility to participate in the law-making process, debate and vote on proposed legislation, and ensure that the government is held accountable. They serve as a link between the people and the government, representing the views and needs of their constituents in parliamentary discussions.
Role of Judiciary
Interpret laws – explain what laws mean.
Apply laws – use the law to decide cases.
Settle disputes – resolve conflicts between individuals or groups.
Protect rights – ensure citizens’ rights are upheld.
Ensure fairness – make sure laws are applied equally to everyone
The judiciary interprets and applies laws and ensures justice is carried out fairly.
The Legislature has 2 types of structures:
Bicameral and Unicameral
3 similarities and 2 differences between the Old Representative, Crown Colony and Constitutional Monarchy government
3 Similarities
1️⃣ The Crown as Head of State
All three systems recognize the British monarch (The Crown) as the official head of state.
2️⃣ Presence of a Governor
In each system, a Governor (or Governor-General) represents the Crown.
3️⃣ Formal System of Laws and Government
All three systems operate with established laws and an organized government structure.
2 Differences
1️⃣ Level of Local Representation
Old Representative System – Had an elected assembly, but voting was limited to wealthy landowners.
Crown Colony System – Very little or no elected representation; the Governor had most of the power.
Constitutional Monarchy – Citizens elect representatives who form the government.
2️⃣ Who Holds Real Power
Old Representative – Power was shared between the elected assembly and the Governor.
Crown Colony – The Governor (appointed by the Crown) had most of the authority.
Constitutional Monarchy – Real power lies with elected officials (Prime Minister and Parliament); the monarch’s role is mostly ceremonial.
What is judiciary?
the branch of government responsible for interpreting laws and administering justice through the court system.
What is to legislate
To legislate means to make, create, or enact laws.
It refers to the work done by a legislative body, such as a Parliament or Congress, when it writes and passes rules that govern a country, state, or community.