Government Systems and Political Ideologies

Get Involved!

You might have heard your parents said this to you: “Politics is full of conspiracy, human darkness and greed with little space left for uprightness, integrity and sincerity; it is wise not to be a part of it.” Yes, their advice is true to a certain extent; political corruption is still very rampant nowadays. However, we as citizens play a major role in the development of the nation as well. In fact, most of the revolutions in the history of humanity become successful when the people of a certain country took their own initiative to overthrow their ruler. Hence, it is quite an ironic that the ruler shall fear the ruled and not vice versa.

Reading and Watching

Your job as a citizen is to indirectly monitor the work of the government and if possible, offer useful suggestions to make improvements on certain policies as individual. To do that, we first have to be aware what is happening in our country, as the Chinese Proverb goes like this: “A scholar who is never out of his door knows everything in the country-秀才不出门能知天下事.” We don’t have to travel around to get the latest news, all you have to do is just switch on the television, or if you are photosensitive, newspapers, magazines and radio broadcast will serve as excellent sources of information. By reading newspaper and watching news on TV is the most efficient way to know more about the world around you. However, we have to carefully evaluate the sources as most of them might be biased and often offering one-side view and we have to make full use of our skills taught in history class as well as our own judgment. If ever there is a debate of current affairs in your institution or community, you will have a chance to get involved.

Learning some Humanities subjects

To those people who have a zest for politics and are eagerly seeking for opportunities to serve the country, you may wish to start nurturing your skills to prepare yourself to embark on this noble task. For example, you may like to take up a humanity course in your high school or college education. Humanity subjects are very relevant on the political aspect of our life. For example in history, the students get to explore the various reasons for the success of a benevolent and proficient ruler and the failure of foolish despot, learning never to repeat their mistakes against, the course is supposedly designed to cultivate talents and critical thinkers in the area of government to succeed in today’s global environment.

"By learning the past of the Southeast Asian countries, I can know how the past of has affected the statue quo of the twenty-first century. For Geography, it teaches me the inter-relationship between human and the environment. Many teenagers around the world today are apathetic about the happenings around them, and actually I was one of them too before I joined the Humanities Programme" - A student in Hwa Chong Institution offering his point of view about the school’s Humanity Programme

Participating in Clubs and Societies

School may also take more initiative in setting up clubs and co-curriculum activities and organizations like International Affairs Club, Mock Parliament Programme and Student Councils that raise the general knowledge of the students on current world affairs and unearth their neglected gift like strong leadership. You may also like to join some competition that can help to raise your awareness, for example, Model United Nation is held worldwide to serve as a simulation of the United Nation conference that aimed at educating the students on international issues. Students take roles as foreign diplomats who consult, debate and develop resolution to problems the world faced. By participating in this programme, students can have the true-time experience of being a UN Delegate, fighting for the rights of “your own nations”.

Workshops

In addition, teachers can also use our website as an interactive platform to educate the young the basic understanding of the systems of government and ideology. You may have noticed the floating quiz at the left side of the website. After reading through reach of the articles, you can do some of the quizzes at the side. Conducting seminars and workshop on leadership of current affair talk are other alternatives to engage the students as well and getting them to be involved.

Conclusion

Apart from acquiring the skills of the government jobs, the character of the person who sought government service is also extremely important. A capable ruler also has to lead with compassion. The backbone of one’s authority depends greatly on the common masses. Hence, as the Confucianism has stressed, that only the benevolent king who rules his subjects with humanity and great care deserve respect and true obedience. Although Confucianism was strong supporter of autocratic rule, it does emphasize on the duties and obligation of the ruler to the ruled. Another theory is that to govern the people, one has to govern his or her own well, this include the responsibility to one’s character shaping and family(修身，齐家，治国，平天下) This said, you can just see that we are training ourselves to be leaders of tomorrow everyday but unfortunately many of us do not see and appreciate all these precious opportunities. Most of the time we take them for granted.

I am sure you can think of more ways to show your concern for your beloved country. Having said so , I should quote an old saying in China “Every folk is responsible for the rise and fall of his or her country- 国家兴亡，匹夫有责”

References

Confucianism - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. (2008, March 27). Retrieved March 29, 2008, from http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Confucianism.

	Get Involved! You might have heard your parents said this to you: “Politics is full of conspiracy, human darkness and greed with little space left for uprightness, integrity and sincerity; it is wise not to be a part of it.” Yes, their advice is true to a certain extent; political corruption is still very rampant nowadays. However, we as citizens play a major role in the development of the nation as well. In fact, most of the revolutions in the history of humanity become successful when the people of a certain country took their own initiative to overthrow their ruler. Hence, it is quite an ironic that the ruler shall fear the ruled and not vice versa. Reading and Watching Your job as a citizen is to indirectly monitor the work of the government and if possible, offer useful suggestions to make improvements on certain policies as individual. To do that, we first have to be aware what is happening in our country, as the Chinese Proverb goes like this: “A scholar who is never out of his door knows everything in the country-秀才不出门能知天下事.” We don’t have to travel around to get the latest news, all you have to do is just switch on the television, or if you are photosensitive, newspapers, magazines and radio broadcast will serve as excellent sources of information. By reading newspaper and watching news on TV is the most efficient way to know more about the world around you. However, we have to carefully evaluate the sources as most of them might be biased and often offering one-side view and we have to make full use of our skills taught in history class as well as our own judgment. If ever there is a debate of current affairs in your institution or community, you will have a chance to get involved. Learning some Humanities subjects To those people who have a zest for politics and are eagerly seeking for opportunities to serve the country, you may wish to start nurturing your skills to prepare yourself to embark on this noble task. For example, you may like to take up a humanity course in your high school or college education. Humanity subjects are very relevant on the political aspect of our life. For example in history, the students get to explore the various reasons for the success of a benevolent and proficient ruler and the failure of foolish despot, learning never to repeat their mistakes against, the course is supposedly designed to cultivate talents and critical thinkers in the area of government to succeed in today’s global environment. "By learning the past of the Southeast Asian countries, I can know how the past of has affected the statue quo of the twenty-first century. For Geography, it teaches me the inter-relationship between human and the environment. Many teenagers around the world today are apathetic about the happenings around them, and actually I was one of them too before I joined the Humanities Programme" - A student in Hwa Chong Institution offering his point of view about the school’s Humanity Programme Participating in Clubs and Societies School may also take more initiative in setting up clubs and co-curriculum activities and organizations like International Affairs Club, Mock Parliament Programme and Student Councils that raise the general knowledge of the students on current world affairs and unearth their neglected gift like strong leadership. You may also like to join some competition that can help to raise your awareness, for example, Model United Nation is held worldwide to serve as a simulation of the United Nation conference that aimed at educating the students on international issues. Students take roles as foreign diplomats who consult, debate and develop resolution to problems the world faced. By participating in this programme, students can have the true-time experience of being a UN Delegate, fighting for the rights of “your own nations”. Workshops In addition, teachers can also use our website as an interactive platform to educate the young the basic understanding of the systems of government and ideology. You may have noticed the floating quiz at the left side of the website. After reading through reach of the articles, you can do some of the quizzes at the side. Conducting seminars and workshop on leadership of current affair talk are other alternatives to engage the students as well and getting them to be involved. Conclusion Apart from acquiring the skills of the government jobs, the character of the person who sought government service is also extremely important. A capable ruler also has to lead with compassion. The backbone of one’s authority depends greatly on the common masses. Hence, as the Confucianism has stressed, that only the benevolent king who rules his subjects with humanity and great care deserve respect and true obedience. Although Confucianism was strong supporter of autocratic rule, it does emphasize on the duties and obligation of the ruler to the ruled. Another theory is that to govern the people, one has to govern his or her own well, this include the responsibility to one’s character shaping and family(修身，齐家，治国，平天下) This said, you can just see that we are training ourselves to be leaders of tomorrow everyday but unfortunately many of us do not see and appreciate all these precious opportunities. Most of the time we take them for granted. I am sure you can think of more ways to show your concern for your beloved country. Having said so , I should quote an old saying in China “Every folk is responsible for the rise and fall of his or her country- 国家兴亡，匹夫有责” References Confucianism - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. (2008, March 27). Retrieved March 29, 2008, from http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Confucianism.
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A to Z government systems A system where a Government is unnecessary and undesirable whichmeans that everything is based on voluntary cooperation by individuals and groups A system where a Government is unnecessary and undesirable which means that everything is based on voluntary cooperation by individuals and groups One person who has absolute rule over a country or a state and is usually hereditary or they claim as being given divine right with or without advisors. A system combining Anarchism and capitalism A system where there is no State or capitalism A system combing Anarchism and savagery where savagery means acceptance comes easily. A system where there are no hierarchies such as political or economic hierarchies. A system where labour is emphasized and thus it has trade unions that replace the State A system where there is more democratic decision-making A government with only a few people who are thought to be best qualified. A system where the people vote on the legislation and executive bills instead of electing leaders to do it for them. A concentration of power in a leader who is not constitutionally responsible to the people A one person government. A system that is ruled by enlightened monarchs. A system that is suitable for Islams as this system represents the political unity of the Muslims A system that combines republic and capitalism together. A system where the health of the community is the first priority A system where there is no such thing as a private property because the goods are owned by the government and is available to anyone if needed A system where many opinions are taken into consideration before making decisions The system of Constitutional Monarchy has a Head of State that does not change as the governments change and a Government. Only the elected Officials can pass laws, the Head of State acts as an advisor to the Officials. Leaders are elected by the people but the leaders have a limited power over the people and must go according to constitutional laws A system where there are civic assemblies which represents the country's economic, social, industry and cultural aspects A system where the making of laws must arise from the public if not the law cannot be approved. A system where there is democratic representations in a country without the use of elections. A democratic republic is a country where there is freedom of speech, election and press. A system where two rulers have equal shared absolute power over the country Government organization or group in with unlimited power A true democratic system where the people elect their leaders System where ruler with absolute power over the country. A system similar to that of tyranny where all is controlled by one man. A system ruled by dukes or duchesses A system combining Anarchism but with saving the environment as their first priority. A monarchy whose ruler is elected by the people. A monarchy that is Arab-suited A system that concentrates on the society's welfare as a whole and thus seeks patriotism. A system used by the medieval age where warriors and nobility rule. A system where the oldest are the leaders A system ruled by grand dukes or grand duchesses A system where the power lies with the loser level of government such as the name suggests, grassroots A system for the Jews because non-Jews would not be granted full citizenship. A monarchy where the kingship is passed to the sons when the father dies. A system with the Pope as its leader. A system where the people elect their leaders but the leaders have the freedom to do what they want. A system combining democracy with a religion, Islam A name that is given to many Muslim countries Government by those who want power and personal gain. A system where judges rule and rules by natural rights A system where judges rule but based on the judges opinions A system where the people elect the leaders to make decisions for them. A system which emphasizes on liberty, freedom for the people. A system where absolute power is given to magicians and wizards A government where females rule. Government by those with talent. A system where military force is used to establish freedom and liberty. A military-based government that has absolute rule over the country A system combining oligarchy, democracy and monarchy. A democratic system where there are no government parties. A small group which makes up the government which is usually corrupted and do things for their own sake. Government by the majority. A system where the people are allowed to coose whatever government system they want. A system similar to the parliamentary system except that the head of state does not have that much power. A system where the parliament checks on the executive branch of the government A system where voting is limited and where politicians take care of the governing of the country A system where the people vote on the legislation and executive bills instead of electing leaders to do it for them. Timocracy, Government controlled by the rich. A state where government uses police by means to control the life of the citizens. A monarchy where the monarch's title is linked to the people. A system where the executive branch is independent of the legislative branch. A monarchy where the monarch's title is prince A system combining democracy and religion A system where the government is elected by the people and the government has the responsibility in acting in people's interest. A system where there is restricted democracy A system where robots rule One person who proclaims himself as king which would usually lead to hereditary monarchy. A system similar to that of a presidential system except for the fact that the president and prime minister gets involved in everyday decision-making. A system where there is only 1 government party running the country and no other party is allowed to enter for elections. A system combining socialism and democracy A system that emphasizes on socialism that also has aspects of free market in its economy. A democratic system where workers are represented in government too. A system where the rulers are those highly-skilled and qualified. Maritime (relating to navigation or commerce on the sea) government Government of a state by divine rule, usually by people who are guided by the deities Government of a state by God. A democratic system where the leader is elected but has absolute rule. Absolute state which the people must follow orders from. Tribalism existed during the time of primitive men. Thus, it has a sense of primitive in it. However, it also emphasizes on communism and equality. A government ruled by an oppressive and severely unjust ruler. A system with administrative divisions governed by a person who is governed by the viceroy. A system combining democracy and parliamentary system which is somewhat similar to the United nations is adopting Auto: Manual: Drag Me