Question bank: Notion of State

During a History class, the teacher talked about the notion of the State and how it is organized with different powers, such as the executive, legislative, and judicial branches. He also mentioned the importance of rules and laws that regulate social coexistence. Using the presented knowledge and knowing that the notion of the State is directly associated with the organization of political power and the laws that regulate social coexistence, what is the main role of the Executive Branch in a State and how does it contribute to the functioning of society and community life?

The State is a form of political organization that holds control and administration of the territory and its inhabitants, exercising authority over them. Modern States have elements that characterize them and allow their operation, such as government, population, territory, and sovereignty. Based on these concepts, evaluate the following situation: During a History class, the teacher explained that the State is responsible for ensuring the safety of citizens and maintaining order in the territory under its jurisdiction. She also mentioned that, to fulfill these functions, the State can form bodies such as the police and judiciary. Based on what you have learned about the notion of the State and its organizational mechanisms, identify which of these elements is essential for the operation of the modern State and how it contributes to maintaining security and social order in the country.

Imagine that you and your friends come together to create a secret club where you have rules, such as who can join, what to do in meetings, and who will be the leader. This is a bit similar to what happens in a country, where there is a group of people who take care of the rules and decide what is important for everyone. This group is the State. Now, thinking about the State we live in, what are the three main powers that organize our country and why is it important for them to be independent?

Imagine that you are a historian and have the important task of drawing a map of your country. In addition to cities, rivers, and mountains, your map needs to show how political power is organized, that is, where the seat of government is located and how decisions are made. Think carefully and write: What are the elements that you would highlight in your drawing to show how the State of your country is and why they are important to organize political power? Explain how these elements help shape the State and give examples.

Imagine you are the leader of a newly discovered island. You need to create rules and structures to organize the lives of the people who will live on this island. Describe what would be the three main rules you would establish and explain why you chose each one. How do you think these rules would help create a 'State' on your island?