Question 21
Power, Authority, Legitimacy and SovereigntyWhich of the following factors determines legitimacy of governments?
- A.Active competition among political parties
- B.Effective analysis of government policies
- C.Respect for other countries
- D.Involvement of the people in governance
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (Involvement of the people in governance)
Explanation
A government is legitimate when the people accept it, usually because they took part in choosing it.