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Election Administration: Election Administration in Argentina

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What is the name of the government agency responsible for administering elections in Argentina?

  1. National Electoral Court

  2. Electoral Chamber

  3. National Electoral Institute

  4. Ministry of the Interior


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Electoral Court is the government agency responsible for administering elections in Argentina.

Who is the head of the National Electoral Court?

  1. The President of Argentina

  2. The Minister of the Interior

  3. The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court

  4. The President of the Senate


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court is the head of the National Electoral Court.

How many members are there on the National Electoral Court?

  1. 5

  2. 7

  3. 9

  4. 11


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

There are 9 members on the National Electoral Court.

What is the term of office for members of the National Electoral Court?

  1. 4 years

  2. 6 years

  3. 8 years

  4. 10 years


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The term of office for members of the National Electoral Court is 8 years.

What are the main functions of the National Electoral Court?

  1. To organize and conduct elections

  2. To register voters

  3. To resolve electoral disputes

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The main functions of the National Electoral Court are to organize and conduct elections, to register voters, and to resolve electoral disputes.

What is the name of the electoral system used in Argentina?

  1. First-past-the-post

  2. Proportional representation

  3. Mixed-member proportional representation

  4. Single transferable vote


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Argentina uses a proportional representation electoral system.

How are members of the Argentine Chamber of Deputies elected?

  1. By direct popular vote

  2. By proportional representation

  3. By a combination of direct popular vote and proportional representation

  4. By the provincial legislatures


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Members of the Argentine Chamber of Deputies are elected by a combination of direct popular vote and proportional representation.

How are members of the Argentine Senate elected?

  1. By direct popular vote

  2. By proportional representation

  3. By a combination of direct popular vote and proportional representation

  4. By the provincial legislatures


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Members of the Argentine Senate are elected by direct popular vote.

What is the minimum voting age in Argentina?

  1. 16 years

  2. 18 years

  3. 21 years

  4. 25 years


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The minimum voting age in Argentina is 18 years.

Is voting compulsory in Argentina?

  1. Yes

  2. No


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Voting is compulsory in Argentina.

What are the penalties for not voting in Argentina?

  1. A fine

  2. Imprisonment

  3. Both a fine and imprisonment

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The penalty for not voting in Argentina is a fine.

What is the name of the law that governs elections in Argentina?

  1. The Electoral Code

  2. The Constitution

  3. The Political Parties Law

  4. The Campaign Finance Law


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Electoral Code is the law that governs elections in Argentina.

When was the last general election held in Argentina?

  1. 2019

  2. 2020

  3. 2021

  4. 2022


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The last general election in Argentina was held in 2021.

Who won the 2021 presidential election in Argentina?

  1. Alberto Fernández

  2. Mauricio Macri

  3. Cristina Fernández de Kirchner

  4. Sergio Massa


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Alberto Fernández won the 2021 presidential election in Argentina.

What is the name of the current President of Argentina?

  1. Alberto Fernández

  2. Mauricio Macri

  3. Cristina Fernández de Kirchner

  4. Sergio Massa


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Alberto Fernández is the current President of Argentina.

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