Foundations of Governance · Constitutional Foundations
The Role of the Head of State
Investigating the symbolic and custodial roles of the President in the Singaporean system.
Key Questions
- 1Why is it necessary to have a non-partisan figurehead in a democracy?
- 2What is the government's role in defining the criteria for leadership?
- 3How does a custodial role ensure the long term financial stability of the nation?
MOE Syllabus Outcomes
MOE: Governance and Democracy - S2
Level: Secondary 2
Subject: CCE
Unit: Foundations of Governance
Period: Constitutional Foundations
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