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Overview World Systems Theory (WST) is a macro-level sociological approach that examines how different regions of the world interact and influence each other within the larger global system. It was developed by Immanuel Wallerstein in the 1970s as an alternati...

Overview Popular Sovereignty is the principle that the authority of a government derives from the people it governs, rather than from divine or hereditary power. This concept asserts that ultimate political power resides with the populace, who have the right t...

Overview Political parties are organizations that seek to gain and maintain political power by nominating candidates for elections, influencing policy decisions, and mobilizing voters around specific ideas and issues. They serve as intermediaries between citiz...

Overview A parliamentary system is a form of government where the executive branch (like a prime minister) derives its legitimacy from and is accountable to the legislative branch (parliament). Unlike presidential systems, there is no strict separation between...

Overview A presidential system is a form of government in which the executive branch (led by a president) operates separately from the legislative branch. This separation creates a system of checks and balances, where no single branch holds absolute power. In ...

Overview A coalition government is formed when two or more political parties agree to govern together, typically after no single party wins an outright majority in an election. This arrangement is common in parliamentary systems and allows diverse groups to sh...

Overview A Vote of No Confidence is a formal motion in parliamentary systems where members express dissatisfaction with a government or leader, often signaling a loss of trust or support. If passed, it can lead to the resignation of a government or force an el...