"Descriptive representation" is a term that refers to ______.

A. how well legislators can describe their duties
B. the quality of journalists' coverage of the legislature
C. how well a legislature reflects the demographic characteristics of a district, usually in terms of ethnicity, gender, and other background factors
D. how well a legislator can translate constituents' needs, interests, and values into policy

Answer: C

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A. traditional authorities. B. social modernization and economic development. C. most religious fundamentalists. D. the current Chinese government.

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Discuss at least two strengths and weakness of NGOs in the policy-making process. Give examples using specific NGOs and the issues they represent.

What will be an ideal response?

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