Instructions §

• Write an essay of 1500-2000 words about the topic below.
• Use Time New Roman/Font Size 12/Single Spaced.
• Provide IN-TEXT CITATIONS to support your argument.
• Give REFERENCES on the last page, and the number of REFERENCES is not restricted.
• When you have finished, upload your exam paper in both MS Word 97-2003 Document and PDF file.

Assume you are a consultant brought in to advise on the creation of a democratic constitution for Syria. Would you recommend:

• Paragraph 1: Introduction (give NECESSARY background information about the country case) (3 Marks)
• Paragraph 2: A federal or unitary system? (5 marks)
• Paragraph 3: A Parliamentary System, presidential, or semi-presidential system? (5 marks)
• Paragraph 4: A unicameral, or a weak or strong bicameral legislature? (5 marks)
• Paragraph 5: A judicial review or non-judicial review? (5 Marks)
• Paragraph 6: Administrative court/ombudsmen? (5 Marks)
• Paragraph 7: A centralization or decentralization of power to multi-level governments? (5 Marks)
• Paragraph 8: Conclusion (2 Marks)

Explain your reasons for your decision with concrete evidence and examples.