POLITICS AND GOVERNANCE

3. A person who leads or commands a group.
6. The absence of conflict or war.
10. A rule made by the government that must be followed.
11. - Laws, considered collectively, that are enacted by a governing body.
12. A formal discussion on a particular topic in a public meeting.
13. A large town or urban area with its own local government.
14. The process by which a legislative body levels charges against a government official.
16. A formal expression of preference for a candidate.
18. A position as a member of a legislative or governing body.
20. One of the chambers in a bicameral legislature.
21. The ability to control or influence others.
26. A system of fundamental principles according to which a nation or state is governed.
28. A solemn promise, often invoking a divine witness, regarding one’s future actions or behavior.
29. A political group with specific beliefs and goals.

1. A prescribed guide for conduct or action.
2. A person who decides cases in a court.
4. A draft of a proposed law presented to parliament.
5. The state of being united or joined as a whole.
7. To choose someone to hold a public office by voting.
8. A nation or territory considered as an organized political community.
9. A plan or course of action by a government or organization.
10. A person who practices or studies law; an attorney.
12. A system of government where the people have the power to choose their leaders.
14. An important topic or problem for debate or discussion.
15. A financial charge imposed by the government on individuals or businesses.
17. The head of a city or town government.
19. A direct vote by the electorate on a specific proposal, law, or issue.
22. Legal entitlements or protections granted to citizens.
23. The branch of government that interprets the law and administers justice.
24. A legislative body or chamber, e.g., House of Representatives.
25. A place where legal cases are heard and decided.
27. A survey of public opinion or a voting process.