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IG 3120
Democracy
1. Basic Concepts of Democracy
1.1 Explain term "democracy".
1.2 Describe major principles and characteristics of a democracy.
1.3 Explain role of the citizen as related to a democratic political system.
2. Structure of Political System
2.1 Describe effects that pressure groups have upon a political system.
2.2 List pros and cons of a competitive party system versus a non-competitive
party system.
2.3 Outline rights of the voter in democratic process.
3. Parliamentary Process in Canada
3.1 Describe how a bill becomes a law.
3.2 Identify steps followed in leadership selection.
4. Structure and Operation of Federal, Provincial, and Municipal
Governments
4.1 Diagram structure of the federal and provincial governments.
4.2 State functions of various government bodies at federal and provincial level.
4.3 Outline structure and operation of municipal government.
4.4 Compare and contrast municipal, federal, and provincial governments.
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