HBC101 Consider the role and position of the presidency in Singapore, against the backdrop of a deeper understanding: Understanding Contemporary Society: The Social and Behavioural Sciences Assignment, SUSS, Singapore

This assignment requires you to consider the role and position of the presidency in Singapore, against the backdrop of a deeper understanding of the country’s statehood and government structure. a) With reference to the concept of the nation-state, briefly describe the role of the President of Singapore as the country’s Head of State, and outline how it differs from the role of the President in a country like the United States of America. (20 marks) b) Identify three specific duties or functions of the presidency in Singapore. (30 marks) c) Explain, from a nation-building perspective, why Singapore held a reserved election for the presidency in 2017. (50 marks)