Which of the following systems of government operates on the checks and balances?
Theocracy
Presidential
Parliamentary
Monarchical
Correct answer is B
A presidential system is a democratic and republican system of government in which a head of government leads an executive branch that is separate from the legislative branch. There is separation of power where one arm of government checks the other arm.
A constitution that can be amended through ordinary law making process is said to be
written
unwritten
rigid
flexible
Correct answer is D
Flexible Constitution is a constitution that is not defined or set apart in a distinct document and that is not distinguishable from other law in the way in which its terms can be legislatively altered. A flexible constitution can be easily amended when need rises
Which of the following countries operates unwritten constitution?
Britain
USA
Japan
Canada
Correct answer is A
Some countries with an unwritten constitution;
Which of the following countries practices a centralized system of government?
Nigeria
Ghana
USA
India
Correct answer is B
A centralized form of government is one in which all power is held by a single authority or by a group of people. Regional or local leaders are appointed by the central authority and they can usually be removed if they do not abide by the orders issued by the government. Ghana practices a centralized system of government
Montesquieu's political theory of separation of powers was meant to
promote unity in government
prevent dictatorial rule
ensure social justice
enhance state security
Correct answer is B
Montesquieu's approach was to present and defend a form of government which was not excessively centralized in all its powers to a single monarch or similar ruler, form of government known then as "aristocracy". He based this model on the Constitution of the Roman Republic and the British constitutional system.