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Social Studies Chapter 2 - Coggle Diagram
Social Studies Chapter 2
Organs of State
Executive
implements
laws
Consists of:
Prime Minister
leader of
Cabinet
16 Ministries
Judiciary
interprets and applies
laws
Consists of:
Supreme Court
State Courts
Family Justice Courts
Legislative
Consists of:
Parliament
Elected MPs
NCMPs
Nominated MPs
President
makes
laws
Ideas Shaping Governance
Having Good Leadership
Capable Leadership
Honest and Incorruptible Leaders
build
trust and confidence
in government
Examples: LKY, any well-known SGean politician
Providing a Stake for Everyone
Promotes a
greater sense of belonging
Citizens will be more willing to work together for country's future
Example: PHS
Anticipating Change and Staying Relevant
Proactive vs Reactive
Short-term cost vs Long-term benefit
May cause social tension, but is necessary in VUCA world
example: IRs
Practicing Meritocracy
maintains
trust and confidence
Encourages SGeans to work hard, as they know their efforts will be appreciated and rewarded fairly
Examples: Edusave Scholarship and Merit Bursary
Working Towards the Common Good
Limited Resources
Can be distributed differently due to differing needs, interests and priorities
Must be managed according to the Common Good
Can cause conflict
Key Concepts
Differing Needs
Differing Interests
Differing Priorities
Common Good
Social Tension
Social Costs