Political institution: meaning, definitions and examples

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political institution

 

[ pəˈlɪtɪkəl ˌɪnstɪˈtjuːʃ(ə)n ]

Context #1

government system

A political institution refers to a system or organization that governs a society, enforces laws, and provides public services. These institutions can include branches of government, such as the executive, legislative, and judicial branches, as well as political parties and international organizations.

Synonyms

government organization, political body, state institution

Examples of usage

  • The United Nations is an important political institution that promotes international cooperation.
  • The presidency is a key political institution in many countries.

Translations

Translations of the word "political institution" in other languages:

🇵🇹 instituição política

🇮🇳 राजनीतिक संस्था

🇩🇪 politische Institution

🇮🇩 lembaga politik

🇺🇦 політична установа

🇵🇱 instytucja polityczna

🇯🇵 政治機関 (せいじきかん)

🇫🇷 institution politique

🇪🇸 institución política

🇹🇷 siyasi kurum

🇰🇷 정치 기관 (jeongchi gigu)

🇸🇦 مؤسسة سياسية

🇨🇿 politická instituce

🇸🇰 politická inštitúcia

🇨🇳 政治机构 (zhèngzhì jīgòu)

🇸🇮 politična institucija

🇮🇸 pólitísk stofnun

🇰🇿 саяси институт

🇬🇪 პოლიტიკური ინსტიტუტი (polit'ik'uri instit'uti)

🇦🇿 siyasi institut

🇲🇽 institución política

Word origin

The concept of political institutions dates back to ancient civilizations, where rulers and governing bodies were established to maintain order and regulate societal affairs. Over time, these institutions evolved into more complex systems, shaping the political landscape of different regions and cultures. The study of political institutions is crucial in understanding how power is distributed, decisions are made, and policies are implemented within a society.