Singapore's history has significantly shaped its current politics. As a small, diverse island nation, Singapore's environment determined its history. Its colonial past under Stamford Raffles and subsequent independence have led to a leadership focused on strong central governance, protection of minorities, and economic regulation. Lee Kuan Yew in particular established an authoritarian system that has influenced Singapore's politics to this day under the current leadership of Lee Hsien Loong.

1. The Historical Determination of Singaporean politics Raja Perumal Rest of Names

2. To what extent is Singapore's past history important in explaining the Republic's Politics today ? Has Singapore determined history or has history determined Singapore?

3. Answer: The environment of Singapore determined Singaporean history. Singapore is an small island. Singapore is diverse society. In turn, the history has then affected politics Leadership Economics Social policy

4. Leadership Pre-Colonial Stamford Raffles Independence/Merger Lee Kuan Yew Contemporary Lee Hsien Loong

5. Stamford Raffles Ruled top-down Implemented stances of high morality Felt no qualms towards regulation Drafted constitution to protect minorities and the economy

6. Lee Kuan Yew