What does the term 'consensus democracy' mean in Swiss politics?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. The main parties share government and seek broad agreement
- Step 1: All major parties sit in the Federal Council. Step 2. Decisions are shaped by compromise and often tested by referendum. Answer: shared government and broad agreement. Why not the others: these describe other systems.
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