Principles of governance - comments for students Part 3 3E2

Mr Daniel Lim to By: Xue Qi (3) & Ying En (19) - Take a look at my further questions and try to answer them so that you can come up with a better solution.
What? : Rewarding the citizens for their hard work and talent.


Why? : When there is reward, the citizens will be encouraged and be motivated to work hard.
[So what is the outcome of working hard? - How does this benefit Singapore?]

How? : Through academic results. Eg. Scholarships.[How does giving of scholarships help Singapore do better?]

So what? : Singaporeans will think that they are treated fairly and equally. Thus, they will be satisfied and work towards meritocracy. [What is the impact on Singapore? How will Singapore benefit?] Hence, a success

Leadership:

What? : Having a capable and honest leader to maintain stability.

Why? : Able to benefit the nation but not themselves and serve the country well.
[Why will the nation benefit if we have a capable and honest leader?]
How? : Have moral courage and integrity to do what is right and not what is popular with the people.[ So what is the impact and benefit to Singapore?]

So what? : Therefore, able to win the confidence and respect of the people and support their leaders as they make the right decision for the country. [ What is the good outcome making the right decision? How will it benefit Singapore?]
Hence, a success.

Anticipate change and stay relevant:

What? : A leader who is forward-looking and able to accept changes. [ Prepare for changes in the future]

Why? : So that Singapore can improve and prepare for the worst.

How? : Accept changes and work towards to achieve it. Eg. NEWater, which the government prepares water supply for Singapore in the future.[ Work to overcome obstacles in the future]

So what? : Thus, it will definitely be helpful for Singapore in future by being forward-looking. Hence, a success[ Why? ]


A stake for everyone, opportunities for all.

What? : Singaporeans have equal opportunities as they are able to voice out their support and concerns about the government’s proposal.[ How will this affect the quality of the decisions made? Will the decisions made be better or worse?]

Why? : Singaporeans will feel valued by the nation and sense of belonging in Singapore.[ Good - so how will Singapore benefit when people have a sense of belonging?]

How? : Through feedback sessions which provide opportunities for the people to involve in decision-making.

So what? : The government will improve and serve the citizens better and the citizens will feel satisfied and support them. Hence, a success.
[ Why? Will the government be better able to come up with policies that better address people's needs?]