Political Systems and Government Types
How does charismatic legitimacy predominantly differ from traditional legitimacy as a source for governmental authority?
Traditional regimes mobilize larger segments society since their power stems shared beliefs about how society should be structured.
Both types focus heavily individual leaders provide direction but charismatic regimes also incorporate legal-rational elements more frequently.
Charismatic leaders tend not hold power as long because they don't rely on well-established processes inherent in traditional frameworks.
Personal appeal and qualities distinguish leadership under charismatic legitimacy uniquely from cultural or historical practices grounding traditional legitimacy.
What might be an unintended consequence when an authoritarian regime permits limited electoral competition for subordinate positions?
The process may inadvertently strengthen claims by opposition groups regarding their right to participate more fully in politics.
Electoral participation inevitably decreases citizens' interest in politics as it offers only an illusion of choice without real change.
Allowing limited elections will invariably lead to immediate democratic transition due to international pressure alone.
Which institutional arrangement could potentially weaken traditional sources of political legitimacy within an authoritarian regime?
Strengthening the secret police forces
Increasing censorship over mass media
Enhancing personality cults around current leaders
Introduction of competitive elections for local offices
Which action reflects a basic responsibility of citizenship that helps maintain political legitimacy?
Forming international treaties
Running for office
Paying taxes
Drafting policy proposals
How do most democratic governments gain legitimacy?
Via direct appointment by an external sovereign power.
Through claiming divine right to rule from a deity or religion.
Through free and fair elections that reflect the will of the people.
By military conquest and control over territory.
Which of the following would most likely erode political legitimacy in a democratic nation-state?
Judiciary consistently upholding constitutional civil liberties.
Persistent failure to conduct fair and transparent elections.
High levels of citizen participation in referenda and initiatives.
Regular rotation of power through free and fair elections.
Considering Max Weber's three types of legitimate authority, which one relies most heavily on a belief in the sanctity of established traditions to justify the power of political leaders?
Democratic authority
Traditional authority
Charismatic authority
Rational-legal authority

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How might the policies of a state with low political legitimacy be most likely influenced by an international monetary organization during a financial crisis?
The influence of the organization will lead to immediate political stability and increased public support.
International support would be unconditional, bolstering the state's autonomy over its fiscal decisions.
The state will easily secure loans without any need for policy adjustments.
The organization may require restructuring of the state's economic policies in exchange for loans.
Which scenario best illustrates how traditional legitimacy is maintained in modern states?
Establishing bilateral trade agreements based on cutting-edge environmental standards.
Continuing age-old ceremonies such as coronations or national day celebrations.
Creating mandatory educational curriculum changes every five years.
Implementing novel nationwide technology initiatives across urban areas.
If an authoritarian regime that has traditionally maintained its legitimacy through a strong cult of personality begins to liberalize its economy, which international relations theory would best predict a subsequent increase in demands for political reforms from the citizenry?
Realism
Constructivism
Rational choice theory
Modernization theory