CONFIDENTIAL LW/NOV 2005/MTC016

UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MARA

FINAL EXAMINATION

COURSE INTRODUCTION TO MALAYSIAN GOVERNMENT &

POLITICS

COURSE CODE MTC016

EXAMINATION NOVEMBER 2005

TIME 2 HOURS

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES

1. This question paper consists of two (2) parts : PART A (5 Questions)

PART B (5 Questions)

2. Answer THREE questions in Part A and ALL questions from Part B.

3. Please write ALL your answers in the Answer Booklet provided.

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invigilator.

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i) the Question Paper
ii) an Answer Booklet - provided by the Faculty

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PART A

QUESTION 1

The independence of the Federation of Malaya was officially proclaimed on 31 August 1957.
Discuss the process of independence.
(25 marks)

QUESTION 2

a) Define the notion of federalism and discuss its advantages.

(15 marks)

b) With reference to the related constitutional provisions, discuss the relationship

between federal and state governments in Malaysia.
(10 marks)

QUESTION 3

Compare and contrast the Malaysian Parliamentary system with the United States'
Presidential system.
(25 marks)

QUESTION 4

Explain the roles of NGOs in society and give suitable examples.

(25 marks)

QUESTION 5

Discuss the general characteristics of an Islamic government. How far does Malaysia satisfy
these characteristics?
(25 marks)

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PARTB

QUESTION 1

Briefly discuss the concept of separation of powers.

(5 marks)

QUESTION 2

What is the role of the Yang Dipertuan Agong (YDPA) in Malaysia?

(5 marks)

QUESTION 3

List Two (2) advantages of a unitary system of government.

(5 marks)

QUESTION 4

State Two (2) factors which contributed to the formation of Malaysia.

(5 marks)

QUESTION 5

Briefly explain the concept of ministerial responsibility.

(5 marks)

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