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Which of the following is a positive effect of globalization?
Increased international trade and access to diverse products
Globalization facilitates economic growth and cultural exchange.
Which of the following is a characteristic of the liberal tradition in international relations?
Focus on human cooperation and moral principles
The liberal tradition emphasizes diplomacy and international law.
What role does technology primarily play in politics as a tool for political actors?
It fosters public discourse and civic engagement
Technology enhances communication between politicians and the public.
What is the main distinction between cybersecurity and information security?
Cybersecurity focuses on protecting data in electronic form, while information security focuses on protecting information from unauthorized access
Cybersecurity is a subset of information security.
What is the nature of the control that the state exercises over a population?
Coercive control
This control can include laws, regulations, and enforcement measures.
What is the system of government in the Republic of Kazakhstan?
Presidential system
The president holds significant executive powers in Kazakhstan.
What is the minimum age requirement to be a member of the Majilis?
25 years
The Majilis is the lower house of the Parliament of Kazakhstan.
What is the role of parties in aggregating interests?
They hold groups of representatives together around common agendas
Political parties help organize political action and representation.
Which of the following is a requirement for a person to be eligible to vote in Kazakhstan?
Must be a citizen of Kazakhstan
Voting rights are granted based on citizenship status.
Which of the following best describes a bipolar system?
A rivalry between two superpowers
The Cold War is a classic example of a bipolar system.
What role does technology play in the relationship between media and politics?
It has intensified the connection between media and politics
Technological advancements have changed how information is disseminated.
What is the main purpose of the system of checks and balances in government?
To prevent abuses of power and maintain accountability
This system ensures that no single branch of government becomes too powerful.
How many branches of power are there in Kazakhstan?
Three
The branches are executive, legislative, and judicial.
What role do international organizations play according to liberalism?
They foster cooperation and peaceful relations between states
International organizations help mediate conflicts and promote collaboration.
What term refers to the adoption of new technologies and economic development in societies?
Modernization
Modernization involves social, political, and economic changes.
What term describes the world system where multiple centers of power exist without dominance by any single entity?
Multipolar system
A multipolar system can lead to more balanced international relations.
What type of system was characterized by the rivalry between the United States and the Soviet Union?
Bipolar system
This system dominated global politics during the 20th century.
A false or inaccurate information—getting the facts wrong.
Misinformation
Misinformation can lead to public confusion and distrust.
A set of actions performed by threat actors, who try to gain unauthorized access, steal data or cause damage to various computing systems.
Cyberattack
Cyberattacks can target individuals, businesses, and governments.
Which theory suggests that states emerged from family structures?
Patriarchal theory
This theory posits that early familial relationships influenced political organization.
