Government's Role

Definition

The government's role refers to the responsibilities and actions undertaken by the government in providing public services, maintaining law and order, and protecting citizens' rights. It includes making and enforcing laws, as well as representing and serving the interests of its constituents.

Related terms

Checks and Balances: This term refers to the system within the United States government where each branch has powers to limit or monitor the actions of other branches.

Separation of Powers: This term describes how power is divided among different branches of government (legislative, executive, judicial) to prevent one branch from becoming too powerful.

Federalism: This term refers to a system where power is shared between national and state governments, allowing for both centralization and local autonomy.