Across
- 3. Laws created and enacted by a governing body.
- 4. The system or group of people governing an organized community, often a state.
- 6. Pertaining to laws and regulations within a government system.
- 7. Related to past events, especially in connection with governance and society.
- 8. A system of government where power is divided between national and local authorities.
- 12. A system of government where citizens exercise power by voting.
- 15. A system of government with many officials and departments.
- 17. Relating to the study of fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence.
- 18. The act of casting a ballot in an election to choose representatives or make decisions.
- 19. Openness and accountability in governance and decision-making.
- 21. The process of decision-making and the process by which decisions are implemented.
- 23. Relating to large organizations, especially those involved in governance or policy-making.
- 25. A politically organized community under one government.
- 26. A system that ensures no branch of government becomes too powerful.
- 28. A fundamental set of principles or laws that govern a nation.
- 29. The ability to direct or influence behavior and the course of events.
Down
- 1. A system of ideas and ideals that influence political policies.
- 2. The involvement of citizens in decision-making processes within governance.
- 5. Mechanisms in place to prevent abuse of power in governance.
- 9. The branch of government responsible for enforcing laws.
- 10. An area under the jurisdiction of a ruler or state.
- 11. The branch of government responsible for interpreting laws.
- 13. The ability of a government to react quickly and effectively to public needs.
- 14. The citizens or members of a nation, state, or community.
- 15. A proposed law presented for debate and approval.
- 16. The status of being a legally recognized member of a state.
- 20. The activities associated with governance, especially the debate between parties.
- 22. A fundamental entitlement granted to individuals by law or nature.
- 24. The practice of a government collecting money from its citizens to fund public services.
- 27. The supreme authority within a territory.
