Malaysian Studies

The 4 factors that contribute to the introduction of Malayan Union

1. To unite all Malayan states under one administration unit 2. To protect British economic interest in this country (Rubber plantation & Tin ore) 3. To unite all ethnic in Malaya especially Malay and Chinese. 4. To prepare Malaya for eventual self-government.

What are the 3 types of political parties that formed after WW2

1. UMNO- United Malays National Organisation 2. MCA- the Malayan Chinese association 3. MIC- the Malayan Indian Congress

List TWO music/dances practices of the Malay Community

1. Wayang kulit 2. Mak Yong

The Bendahara collect tax from which 2 region ?

1. bentan 2. Muar

Give TWO objectives of National Social Policy

1. providing sufficient basic amenities 2. creating opportunities to enhance quality of life

what are the two forms of constitutions

1. the written constitution 2. the unwritten constitution

5 Requirements to apply for citizenship in Malaysia ?

1. Born and been a resident at least 8 out of 12 years 2. Been a resident for 15/20 years 3. Min. 18 years old 4. Proficient in Malay language 5. Malay givens special rights must be Malay

List THREE social hierarchy in Indian society

1. Brahmin 2. Kshatria 3. Vaisya 4. Sudra

The 4 Factors that contribute to the Japanese Victory

1. British was not prepared for the war. 2. The weaknesses of British army. 3. Japanese launched an attack from the north. (Thailand) 4. Japanese army were in excellent form, well experience and loyal to their country.

What's the 4 examples of religions for Chinese ?

1. Buddha 2. Christian 3. Taoism 4. Confucius

There are TWO type of elections in Malaysia, namely

1. By election 2. General election

List 4 main provisions in the constitution

1. Citizenship 2. Islamic Religion 3. Malay Language 4. Special Position of the Malay Kings

List the 2 committee under the formation of Malaysia

1. Cobbold commission 2. Singapore Referendum

List 3 reasons why is there a Formation of Malaysia ?

1. Collective fight against communism 2. Ethnic balance and unity 3. Economic cooperation

What are the 4 regions under Malacca government.

1. Colonized territories 2. Kota Malacca 3. Conquered territories 4. Vassal Territories

List the 2 role of Juvenile court

1. Deal with criminal cases (age 10-18) 2. Deal with trial that are conducted privately

State any THREE steps taken by the government after 13 May 1969 tragedy

1. Declaration of Emergency 2. The formation of MAGERAN on 17 May 1969 3. The establishment of the National Unity Department (JPN) and the National Goodwill Council (MMN)

State THREE values under Inculcation of Islamic Values policy

1. Dedication 2. Moderation 3. Gratitude

3 advantages of cabinet system

1. Democratic society 2. Raise awareness of citizen and trust 3. A variety of approaches tend to be considered

What are the 3 effects of resident system ?

1. Development of state economy 2. Change of political influence 3. Social development

List 2 departments under ministry of education

1. Dewan Bahasa San Pustaka 2. The national library

List FOUR election process in Malaysia

1. Dissolve of Parliament 2. Nomination day 3. Deposit 4. Campaign

State 2 reasons the Malays opposed the Malayan Union

1. Due to the abolishment of the sultan sovereignty 2. The granting of citizenship according to the Jus Soli principle

List TWO effects of globalisation on the economy of a country

1. Economic competition 2.The migration of residents to other countries

3 Economic Effects during JAPANESE OCCUPATION

1. Economic recession (inflation due to lack of essential goods) 2. Reduce rubber export 3. Buildings, factories, bridges & docks were damaged due to war

Elaborate on the main provision - Fundamental Freedom in the constitution of Malaysia

1. Every individual has the freedom to assemble peacefully without arms anywhere in the Federation. 2.Every person has the freedom to practice a religion in the Federation 3.Malaysians have the right to own property

List 2 important matters in the Federal List

1. Finance 2. Defence

How does social factor contributed to the glory of the Malacca Malay Sultanate ? (3 points)

1. Provide a good storage warehouse to the traders 2. Provide a facilities for repairing a damaged ships 3. Bahasa Melayu became a 'Lingua Franca' language

List 2 objective of the ministry of works

1. Provide technical services to government agencies 2. Handle and supervise highway operations and maintenance

Name the 2 Main clauses of the Pangkor Agreement

1. Raja Abdullah accept a British Resident 2. Sultan Ismail was given a pension

The raise of nationalism is influenced by the following 4 factors

1. Religious 2. Social 3. Economic 4. Political

List 3 members of the Federal Council which was founded in the year 1909

1. Resident general 2. 4 resident 3. President

List 2 parties in Sarawak against the proposal of the formation of Malaysia ?

1. Sarawak national party 2. Sarawak United people's party

What are the 4 responsibilities of the royal council?

1. Selecting high majesty 2. Approving the customs of Islam 3. Agree to any law or advice on the appointment of any position 4. Giving opinion on country policies and matters related to the country development

What's the 5 role of prime minister

1. Serves as head of administration of the country 2. Responsible towards the policies that are put into practice 3. Head of political party 4. Act as chairperson in the council of ministers meeting held every Wednesday 5. County's diplomatic officer

The lower courts consists of (two points)

1. Sessions courts 2. Magistrate courts

The laksamana collect tax from which 2 regions ?

1. Sianta 2. Sungai Raya

Which are the 4 regions that Tunku Abdul Rahman suggested to merge with Malaya?

1. Singapore 2. North Borneo Sabah 3. Sarawak 4. Brunei

The 3 Effects of the implementation of Malayan Union

1. Strongly opposed by the Malays. 2. Strongly opposed by the former British Officer. 3. Malayan Union was replaced by Federation of Malaya on 1st February 1948.

List 2 of Old Johore Rulers

1. Sultan Muzaffar Shah 2. Sultan Abdul Jalil Shah

List 3 courts under superior courts

1. Supreme Court 2. Appellate court 3. Night court of Malaya and Borneo

How does economical factor contributed to the glory of the Malacca Malay Sultanate ? (3 points)

1. Systematic trading system 2. Rich with natural recourses 3. Reasonable taxation system

what are the 4 main component of the constitution?

1. The Definition of The Constitution 2. The History of the Malaysian Constitution 3. The Aim of the Constitution 4. Forms of the Constitution

List THREE of core principles under The New Economic Model (MEB)

1. The Economic Transformation Programme (PTE) 2. The 1Malaysia concept 3. The Government Transformation Programme (PTK)

3 Political Effects during JAPANESE OCCUPATION

1. The Japanese occupation raised the nationalism spirit among the Malayan peoples 2. Malayan Communist Party leaders hoped to take control of Malaya and set up a communist republic. 3. Raised racial tension which complicated the process of national unity.

What are the 3 components of the Malaysian government system ?

1. The Royal council 2. The executive body (administration) 3. The Judiciary/ Legislative body (justice)

List THREE strategy of strengthening unity

1. The Rukun Negara (Pillars of Principles) 2. New Economic Policy (DEB) 3. The National Cultural Policy

What are the 2 external factors which contributed to the downfall of the Malacca Sultanate?

1. The discovery of Cape of Good Hope 2. Portuguese army were in excellent form, well training and well experience in war.

List two demands of Brunei to Malaysia government

1. The ten parliamentary seats 2. Domination of all oil revenues

What are the 5 internal factors which contributed to the downfall of the Malacca Sultanate?

1. The weaknesses of Sultan Mahmud Shah 2. Lack of capable leader such as Tun Perak 3. Abuse of power by the Malacca minister 4. Bribery and corruption among Malacca minister 5. The weaknesses of Malacca defend and army

The 3 Discretionary Powers of YDPA

1. To appoint Prime Minister 2. Dissolution of Parliament 3. To call the meeting of Royal Council

State the 2 objective of UMNO party

1. To oppose the Malayan Union 2. To unite the Malays and defend their right

3 Purposes of forming UNITED Malays National Organization ?

1. To oppose the Malayan union 2. To unite the Malays 3 defend the special right for Malays

Who's the one that established Malacca as an international port ?

Parameswara

The ministers are selected from?

Parliamentary council

What is legislative ?

Place to make, amends and approve laws

Which region does the Seri Bija Diraja collect tax from ?

Singapore

Who's the first sultan of Johore ?

Sultan Aladdin Riayat Shah

What is the cabinet?

Ten council of minister

What is OIC?

The Organisation of Islamic Conference

Define Human rights

The basic rights and freedoms to which all humans are entitled, often held to include the right to life and liberty, freedom of thought etc

What is Malayan union ?

The combination of all scattered administration into one ruling system

What is segregation of power ?

The division of administrative structure in order to prevent power domination by one particular party

Define Chinese New Year

The festival puts emphasis on family reunion which is held during the day

Define National language

The general spoken language and also the official language

What is commission ?

The government body to Ensure administration machinery run smoothly

What is YDPA?

The head of country / federation

Define Constitution

The highest form of authority and law in a nation that consst of document containing all the laws and basic rules and act as a guideline of formation of laws, to provide assurance and security to the people.

The executive power at the state level is held by ?

The king or sultan or state

What is Cobbold Commission ?

The outcome of the discussion in London

What is executive ?

The person who runs the government and sees that the laws are carried out

Who is in charge of the cabinet ?

The prime minister

What is polarisation?

The process whereby a social or political group is divided into opposing sub-groups

resident system is introduced in ?

The system that were introduced in Federated Malay states

What is social contract ?

The unity among the citizens of Malaya that convinced the British to grant independence

Define Acculturation

This is a process when people form a minority groups accept the norms, values and patterns of behavior (culture) of the majority group without changing their original cultural elements

Define accommodation

This is a process where the ethnic groups are aware of each other's norms and values but they continue to safeguard their own living culture

Define Amalgamation

This is process that happens when the culture or races mix to form a type of new culture and races

What is Reid Commission for ?

To draw up a constitution for independence Malaya

What is Penghulu Bendahari?

Treasurer of the government, To manage Malacca financial system

Define Unity

Uniting of various groups that have different social and cultural backgrounds into one physical entity

Define Dissolution of Parliament

a prerogative act and may occur at any time

What the meaning of Parliamentary Democracy

a system of governance by elected representatives

Define Manifesto

is a written public declaration of the intentions, motives, or views of the issuer, be it an individual, group, political party or government

Define Assimilation

is about the entry into a dominant society through friendship and close connection

Elabourate on the unwritten constituion

it is not been collected on paper or in document and Parliamentary Act and the decisions of the court

What is autonomy ?

right to self-determination

Elaborate on the written constituion

the written form is collected and arranged in a document but it is Difficult to be amended and Parliament has authority to enact laws

Why do e need foreign policies?

to maintain & sustain the strategic position of Malaysia in the international arena.

List TWO body can generated the global economic

1。 WTO 2. IMF - International Monetary Funding Executive Federation

Total number of ministries in Malaysia

25

Define Human Capital

A combination of knowledge, social and personality attributes

What is ministry ?

A government department which is directed by a minister

Define election

A means of expressing one's political choice through the ballot box

Define Society

A particular community of people living in a country or region, and having shared customs, laws and organizations

What is judiciary ?

A place to preserve the supremacy of the constitution

Who is minister or prime minister ?

A politician who heads a ministry

Define Citizenship

A special status by the people whereby the have absolute rights in a nation

Define Parliamentary Democracy

A system of governance by elected representatives

Define Plural Society

According J.S Furnival, the plural society is characterized by ethnic groups who live under one political unit (a country) but are not integrated

What is Bensahara?

Advisor to the king, could act as regent, To assist Sultan on administrative matter = Chief Minister/ Prime Minister

Elaborate on the main provision -.special position of the Malays and indigenous people of Sabah and Sarawak in the constitution of Malaysia

Among the privileges extended to the Malays are scholarships, the Amanah Saham Bumiputera scheme, posts in the civil service and award of permits of licenses in trade.

Elaborate on the main provision - religion in the constitution of Malaysia

Article 3(1) of the Federal Constitution states that Islam is the official religion of the Federation. For Muslims, the government can enact laws to control or curtail whatever beliefs deemed to be deviational.

What is ASEAN

Association of Southeast Asian Nations

What is Jus Soli?

Based on the place of birth

Straits settlement is form by who and which 3 regions does it consist of ?

Build by the British and consist of 1. Singapore 2. Penang 3 Malacca

Define Deepavali

Celebrated in the month of "Kartikai" in Hindu religion (also known as the festival of lights

What the objectives of The Ministry Of National Unity and Community Development

Encourage the unity of the community of various races and promote national integrity

What is Temenggung ?

Executor/ head of legal matter/ head of police, To maintained the peace and stability of Malacca

List the name of British officer who became residents in Selangor

Frank Swettenham

Define Aidilfitri

Hari Raya Aidilfitri is celebrated once a year according to the Islamic calendar in the month of Syawal

Reasons of disharmony between races

Ignorance of other ethnic groups Process of socialization limited to within ethnic groups Communal Politics Socio-economic differences Cultural differences Segregation or physical separation

List the name of British officer who became residents in Negeri Sembilan

Martin Lister

Define National Integration

National integration as a form of social nurturing is a process of uniting various groups in the society through a common identity by putting aside major differences but at the same time not ignoring the original identity of each group

What's the 3 responsibilities of the executive body ?

1. Appoint the chief minister 2. Disagree with request of dismissing the Dewan Undangan Negeri 3. Approve the appointment of the chief minister from party leaders

List the 2 proposals for the draft of a new constitution created by Putera

1. Bahasa Melayu be made the official language 2. The national flag to contain the national colours of Malays

List the 4 ministers or court officials in administration of the Malacca Malay Sultanate ?

1. Bendahara 2. Temenggung 3. Laksamana 4. Penghulu Bendahari

What's the 3 main chinese festival?

- Chinese New Year - Moon Cake Festival - Hungry Ghost Festival

What's the 3 main indian festival?

- Deepavali / Diwali - Thaipusam - Vaisakhi

What's the 3 main Malay festival?

- Hari Raya Eidul Fitri - Hari Raya Eidul Adha - Islamic New Year Celebration

What's the 3 examples of Chinese's Traditional food?

- Mee - Soup - Bak kut teh

What's the 3 examples of Malay's Traditional food?

- Nasi Lemak - Nasi Ambang - Cendol

What's the 3 examples of Indian's Traditional food?

- Roti Canai - Biryani - Naan

List FOUR characteristics of an excellent human capital

-Added values -Strong Religious principle -Own efforts -Love and affection

Name FOUR challenges of human capital development in Malaysia

-Lack of understanding towards the concept of islam -Lack of passion for knowledge -The widespread social problem -The spread of western culture

List THREE the aspirational values of 1Malaysia

-Loyalty -Wisdom -Accuracy

List TWO the core of unity under 1Malaysia

-Mutual respect -Humble

List TWO principle is to ensure that the implementation of 1Malaysia

-The Federal Constitution -The Rukun Negara

List TWO the 1Malaysia approach

-Values of aspirations -The core of unity

State TWO aims of the New Economic Policy (DEB)

1 Reducing the level of poverty by making more job opportunities available to all races 2. Re-ordering the community to eliminate the identification of race through certain economic functions

3 disadvantages of cabinet system ?

1. Abused by certain people to seek votes through bribery 2. Promises made during the vote seeking period are not fulfilled 3. Making unfair and pointless waste. Of taxpayers money

List the 2 role of Bendahara

1. Act as the Main minister 2. An advisor of the King

List 2 publications that contributed by Kaum Muda

1. Al-Imam 2.Al-Ikhwan

The 4 Features of Malayan Union

1. All Malayan state were unite under one administration unit. 2. Singapore remained as a British Crown Colony 3. Malay Rulers power only on Islamic affairs and the Malay custom. 4. Citizenship status was based on 'Jus Soli' principle

6 aim of constitution

1. Generating a form of fair government, Islam as official religion, while other religion were also free to be practiced. 2. To prevent power Abuse by the Rulers 3. Controlling the Movement of the Government as well as the people.: basic freedom, special rights of Malays, limitation of power of rulers and the people. 4. An instrument for resolving problems. 5. Securing the Sustenance of the country, maintaining the identity of the racial country of Malaysia . 6. Ensuring Peace and Stability of the Country

What are the two factors which contributed to the glory of the Malacca Malay Sultanate?

1. Geographical 2. Economic 3. social 4. Political

The 7 Powers /Functions of YDPA

1. Head of Country 2. Head of Islam ( His Majesty state, Penang, Malacca, Sabah & Sarawak 3. Commander-in-Chief of Malaysian Armed Forces 4. To declare an 'Emergency' period 5. To appoint all the State Governors 6. To appoint Malaysian senior position post v. Chairman of Election Commission 7. To officiate the Parliament Meeting

What is the 5 role of the Orang Laut?

1. Help the military matters 2. becoming rowers 3. escorts of total emissaries 4. patrolled the waters of Johore 5. Enforced the Dutch control system

What's the 4 examples of religions for Indian ?

1. Hindu (Vedas & Upanishad) 2. Christian 3. Islam 4. Sikhism

Job scopes for a prime minister

1. Improve performance of public service 2. Change attitude of public service officer 3. Form close ties of the public and private sector 4. Form international relations and to approve high ranking position

What's Malay's religion and holy book?

1. Islam 2. Quran & Hadith

List TWO members of OIC

1. Jordan 2. Albania

Give TWO principles of Islam Hadhari

1. Justice and trustworthy government 2. Quality of life

The Penghulu Bendahari collect tax from which 2 regions ?

1. Kampar 2. Sering Hujung

3 Social Effects during JAPANESE OCCUPATION

1. Lack of medical supply 2. A distant relationship between the races (Malay and Chinese). 3. Japanese language became the official language and the medium of instruction in schools.

List 2 important matters in the State List

1. Land 2. Islamic law

List FOUR members of ASEAN

1. Laos 2.Thailand 3. Cambodia 4. Indonesia

What's the 3 objectives of resident system ?

1. Maintain peace through legal provisions 2 create organised civil administration and tax collection system 3. Exploit the natural resources of Malay states

What's the responsibilities of the Legislative and judiciary body ?

1. Make, alter and abolish law 2. Impose new tax 3. Improve nation Budget 4. Call upon the state legislative for meeting 5. Approve state law

How does Geographical factor contribute to the glory of the Malacca Malay Sultanate? (3 points)

1. Malacca Port is situated in the middle of China and India trade route. 2. Deep sea port 3. Covert from dangerous wind

How does political factor contributed to the glory of the Malacca Malay Sultanate ? (3 points)

1. Malacca political stability 2. A diplomatic ties with China 3. An Efficient administration system

What's Malay's Traditional attire for men and women call?

1. Men - Baju Melayu 2. Women - Baju Kurung

What's Indian's Traditional attire for men and women call?

1. Men - Dotty 2. Women - Saree

What's Chinese's Traditional attire for men and women call?

1. Men - Sam-foo 2. Women - Cheong Sam

List 2 ministries in Malaysia

1. Ministry of defend 2. Ministry of Health

State THREE policies under The Social Development Policy

1. National Education Policy 2. National Caltural Policy 3. National Social Policy

what are the 6 main provisions in the constritution of malaysia

1. National language: 2. The privileges of the Malay Kings 3. citizenship: 4.special position of the Malays and indigenous people of Sabah and Sarawak 5. Religion: 6. Fundamental Freedom

What are THREE criteria for selection as an Election Commission ?

1. Not older than 65 years old 2.Not a bankrupt 3.Does not hold any other salaried position

State TWO factors that contribute to the migration of foreign citizens to other countries

1. Overpopulation in the original country 2.. Natural destruction/catastrophe

List the 4 states that were under the Faderated Malay states

1. Pahang 2. Perak 3. Selangor 4. Negeri Sembilan

List 3 highest order concept of the Constitution

1. Parliament 2 Constitution 3. Basic Authority

State TWO factors that contribute the arrival of investors to this country

1. Political an economic stability 2. The transparency of the administration system

Which are the 4 countries that colonised and occupied Malaysia in the history ?

1. Portuguese 2. Dutch 3 British 4 Japanese

List 2 objective of the Ministry o transportation

1. Prepare a public transportation system 2. Prepare an effective implementing and supervision

List TWO objectives of ASEAN

1. Promote regional peace and stability 2. Accelerate economic growth, social progress and cultural development in region

List TWO objectives of OIC

1. Promote solidarity among members states 2. Uphold international peace and security

3 purposes of forming Malayan Indian Congress ?

1. Protect the political, economic and social interest of the Indian community 2. Fight for political rights 3. Convey their opinions to the government

2 Purposes of forming the Malayan Chinese Association?

1. Protect the rights of the Chinese 2. To maintain harmony

Define Globalisation

Is a process of economic, political, social, and cultural integration crossing the borders of a country

How does Practising parliamentary democracy is beneficial to the people of this country

It has managed to create political stability, peace, and prosperity

Unfederated Malay states is form by who and which 5 regions does it consist of ?

It is form Hu British and consist of 1. Kedah 2. Johor 3. Kelantan 4. terengganu 5. Perlis

Federated Malay states is formed by who and which 4regions does it consist of ?

It is formed by the British via Federal Treaty in 1896 consisted of 1. perak, 2 Pahang 3. Selangor 4. Negeri sambilan

List the name of British officer who became Residents in Pahang

J.P Rodger

List the name of British officer who became residents in Parak

J.W.W Birch

Which region of Malaysia then became an important trade center in 17th century ?

Johore

What is Laksamanna?

Leader of all warriors, diplomat, To maintained the safety of Malacca ocean - Chief of Navy

Elabourate on the main provision - National language in the constitution of malaysia

Malays rulers realize that use of Malay language can unite the people. Hence in article 152 of the Federal Constitution stipulates that the national language is Bahasa Malaysia. Malay language must be used for official purposes