JAMB Government 2015 Question 2

Question 2

Separation of Powers and Checks and Balances

The separation of powers means the same as

  1. A.a presidential system
  2. B.checks and balances
  3. C.the rule of law
  4. D.supremacy of the judiciary
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (checks and balances)

Explanation

Separation of powers and checks and balances go hand in hand: powers are divided among the arms and each arm limits the others.