Government Systems and Political Ideologies

Malaysia

Special features of the country

Malaysia, together with Singapore, has the system of making it necessary for all its citizens to have an Identification card. Other countries do not have this system as they already have their passports used to identify them. However, in the past, for Malaysia and Singapore to monitor any movements by the Communists, the identification card system was put in place.

History

            Malaysia was once a very popular and used port colonised by the Dutch then the British. However during the Occupation of Japan, the British was not able to help Malaysia fend off the attack of the Japanese as they were already having trouble fighting off the Germans in their homeland.
            Therefore, after the Occupation, Malaysia wanted Independence as they found the British unreliable. Independence was gained in 1957.
            Malaysia then joined with several states like Sabah and Sarawak, including Singapore in 1963. However, as Singapore and Malaysia had differing views as to equality among its people, Singapore separated from Malaysia in 1965.

Structure of Government

Malaysia’s Government is a unique one. This is because it consists of 2 systems; it consists of both constitutional monarchy and parliamentary democracy.
For a recap of what parliamentary democracy is, few candidates will be vying for the presidential spot, and the people of the country will be able to vote for whom they wish to have as president. However, after a certain period of time, the elected president will have to step down and be succeeded by another person.
For a recap of what constitutional monarchy is, it is the system of Constitutional Monarchy has a Head of State and a Government. The advantage of having a Constitutional Monarchy is that the Head of State does not change as the governments change. Due to the fact that only the elected Officials can pass laws, the Head of State acts as an advisor to the Officials. The Head of State’s job also includes choosing the Prime Minister and checking through legislations so to decide whether to accept or reject them.
To combine both these systems, Malaysia has a government system has a Monarch who is the head of state and appoints the prime minister who is the head of government. Then, there is the cabinet which oversees the government and answers to the parliament.

Level of development

Its level of development is getting higher by the day, from 3rd world to 1st world, as can be seen by Malaysia improving their roads, having more street lights and having more and more industries rather than farm work.

Economy

Malaysia’s economy consists of many things; it is mainly agriculture, industry and tourism. For agriculture, Malaysia used to be a number 1 rubber producer. However, as rubber prices dropped tremendously, Malaysia switched to palm oils which bring a much bigger income than the dropping prices of rubber. For industry, Malaysia is an important international arms supplier. While for tourism, to attract tourists, they have holiday resorts such as Genting and Sunway Lagoon.

Military

Its GDP expenditure on military is about 2%. Malaysia’s military age is later than Singapore’s military age and is when a boy turns into a man which is the age 21. However, if a war breaks out or the army is in need of manpower, males from the age of 15-49 are considered as fit for military service and would thus be made to help in the war.

Literacy rate

Its literacy rate is relatively high. In the urban places, are children are able to afford to go to school. Thus, literacy rate there is quite high. However, in the rural places where people worry about their income and their food, it would be hardly important for parents to send their children to school as they want their children to work on the farm. Moreover, in rural areas, the schools are very run down or there is no school at all.

GDP per capital

Its economy is quite good as its World GDP ranking is 42nd. It has an important market as an international arms supplier.

Will this form of government work in other countries

Malaysia’s system of Government should be able to work on countries in the Middle East as they both have their similar points like them having lots of land and having many Malays there. Many countries in the Middle East are also 3rd world countries. Therefore, Malaysia’s system of Government should be able to help these countries to get their way to 2nd world countries or even 1st world countries.

Will another form of government work in this country

Communism would definitely not work in Malaysia. As can be seen in the past, Malaysia fears communism as can be seen as the reason that Malaysia agreed to join with Singapore because of this reason. Malaysia also has a bad opinion of Communism as can be seen from Singapore in the past where communists created havoc in the country.

References

Anzinger , G. (2002, May 29). Governments on the WWW: Malaysia. Retrieved Mar. 26, 2008, from http://www.gksoft.com/govt/en/my.html.

MSC Malaysia : Government. (2007). Retrieved Mar. 26, 2008, from http://www.msc.com.my/government/Goverment.html .

Malaysia. (n.d.). Retrieved Mar. 26, 2008, from http://academickids.com/encyclopedia/m/ma/malaysia.html .

myGovernment. (n.d.). Retrieved Mar. 26, 2008, from www.gov.my .

New Earth Media (2003). The Book Of Rule : How The World is Governed. Great Britain: Dorling Kindersley Limited .

	Malaysia Special features of the country Malaysia, together with Singapore, has the system of making it necessary for all its citizens to have an Identification card. Other countries do not have this system as they already have their passports used to identify them. However, in the past, for Malaysia and Singapore to monitor any movements by the Communists, the identification card system was put in place. History Malaysia was once a very popular and used port colonised by the Dutch then the British. However during the Occupation of Japan, the British was not able to help Malaysia fend off the attack of the Japanese as they were already having trouble fighting off the Germans in their homeland. Therefore, after the Occupation, Malaysia wanted Independence as they found the British unreliable. Independence was gained in 1957. Malaysia then joined with several states like Sabah and Sarawak, including Singapore in 1963. However, as Singapore and Malaysia had differing views as to equality among its people, Singapore separated from Malaysia in 1965. Structure of Government Malaysia’s Government is a unique one. This is because it consists of 2 systems; it consists of both constitutional monarchy and parliamentary democracy. For a recap of what parliamentary democracy is, few candidates will be vying for the presidential spot, and the people of the country will be able to vote for whom they wish to have as president. However, after a certain period of time, the elected president will have to step down and be succeeded by another person. For a recap of what constitutional monarchy is, it is the system of Constitutional Monarchy has a Head of State and a Government. The advantage of having a Constitutional Monarchy is that the Head of State does not change as the governments change. Due to the fact that only the elected Officials can pass laws, the Head of State acts as an advisor to the Officials. The Head of State’s job also includes choosing the Prime Minister and checking through legislations so to decide whether to accept or reject them. To combine both these systems, Malaysia has a government system has a Monarch who is the head of state and appoints the prime minister who is the head of government. Then, there is the cabinet which oversees the government and answers to the parliament. Level of development Its level of development is getting higher by the day, from 3rd world to 1st world, as can be seen by Malaysia improving their roads, having more street lights and having more and more industries rather than farm work. Economy Malaysia’s economy consists of many things; it is mainly agriculture, industry and tourism. For agriculture, Malaysia used to be a number 1 rubber producer. However, as rubber prices dropped tremendously, Malaysia switched to palm oils which bring a much bigger income than the dropping prices of rubber. For industry, Malaysia is an important international arms supplier. While for tourism, to attract tourists, they have holiday resorts such as Genting and Sunway Lagoon. Military Its GDP expenditure on military is about 2%. Malaysia’s military age is later than Singapore’s military age and is when a boy turns into a man which is the age 21. However, if a war breaks out or the army is in need of manpower, males from the age of 15-49 are considered as fit for military service and would thus be made to help in the war. Literacy rate Its literacy rate is relatively high. In the urban places, are children are able to afford to go to school. Thus, literacy rate there is quite high. However, in the rural places where people worry about their income and their food, it would be hardly important for parents to send their children to school as they want their children to work on the farm. Moreover, in rural areas, the schools are very run down or there is no school at all. GDP per capital Its economy is quite good as its World GDP ranking is 42nd. It has an important market as an international arms supplier. Will this form of government work in other countries Malaysia’s system of Government should be able to work on countries in the Middle East as they both have their similar points like them having lots of land and having many Malays there. Many countries in the Middle East are also 3rd world countries. Therefore, Malaysia’s system of Government should be able to help these countries to get their way to 2nd world countries or even 1st world countries. Will another form of government work in this country Communism would definitely not work in Malaysia. As can be seen in the past, Malaysia fears communism as can be seen as the reason that Malaysia agreed to join with Singapore because of this reason. Malaysia also has a bad opinion of Communism as can be seen from Singapore in the past where communists created havoc in the country. References Anzinger , G. (2002, May 29). Governments on the WWW: Malaysia. Retrieved Mar. 26, 2008, from http://www.gksoft.com/govt/en/my.html. MSC Malaysia : Government. (2007). Retrieved Mar. 26, 2008, from http://www.msc.com.my/government/Goverment.html . Malaysia. (n.d.). Retrieved Mar. 26, 2008, from http://academickids.com/encyclopedia/m/ma/malaysia.html . myGovernment. (n.d.). Retrieved Mar. 26, 2008, from www.gov.my . New Earth Media (2003). The Book Of Rule : How The World is Governed. Great Britain: Dorling Kindersley Limited .
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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. 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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. 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