In a parliamentary system of government, the legislature and executive are fused to ensure
supremacy of the ruling party in administering the state
smoothness in the administration of the state
the constitution is read in parliament at all time
the judiciary consults parliament before ruling on cases
Correct answer is B
A parliamentary system is a system of democratic governance of a state where the executive derives its democratic legitimacy from its ability to command the confidence of the legislature, typically a parliament, and is also held accountable to that parliament. For instance the government must gain a vote of confidence from the assembly, the assembly may grant to the government the power to make delegated legislation or the head of government is automatically a member of the assembly. With this, everyone is collectively responsible for all decisions made and enable a smooth administration of governance.
Judicial review is a mechanism for checking?
arbitrary use of power
irresponsible journalism
electoral malpractices
military adventures
Correct answer is A
Judicial review is a process under which executive or legislative actions are subject to review by the judiciary. Judicial review is one of the checks and balances in the separation of powers: the power of the judiciary to supervise the legislative and executive branches when the latter exceed their authority.
Which of the following is the primary function of a parliament
impeachment of the president
making of laws
ratifying international treaties
acting as an electoral college
Correct answer is B
Parliament is held to have a range of roles within our political system:- In a formal sense the Parliament has to approve legislation, taxation and public spending. The primary function of the parliament / legislature (as in the case of a presidential system of government), is to make laws through the passing of bills.
Planning and formuation of government policies are first initiated at?
cabinet meetings
media houses
political rallies
open forum
Correct answer is A
Major decisions are made at meetings of the Cabinet, which are held once a month and are attended by all Cabinet members. The Cabinet is also responsible for preparing the budget and policies to propose to the Full Council. Decisions are also taken by cabinet members individually.
A country's constitution could be derived from the following sources except?
judicial precedents
customary sources
statutory sources
party manifestoes
Correct answer is D
The sources of a constitution are:-