Political Science · Comparative Political Analysis
Which is/are features of the USA polity?
- 1. Strict separation of powers
- 2. A very powerful upper house
- 3. Equal representation of states in the upper house
- 4. Residual powers with the states
- 5. Dual citizenship
A1, 2, 3 and 4
B1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 ✓ Correct
C1, 2, 4 and 5
D1, 3 and 4
Correct answer: (B) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 — All five are features of the USA polity, so the answer is 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.
Explanation
★All five are features of the USA polity, so the answer is 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.
★The USA has a strict separation of powers among the executive, legislature and judiciary.
★Its upper house, the Senate, is one of the most powerful in the world.
★Each state has equal representation in the Senate, two senators each.
★Residual powers not given to the centre rest with the states.
★The USA allows dual citizenship, federal and of the state.
★These features mark its presidential and strongly federal system.
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