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WAEC Government 1993 Question 4

Question 4

Separation of Powers and Checks and Balances

One way by which the legislature checks the executive is by

  1. A.delaying the promotion of some ministers.
  2. B.ordering the dismissal of corrupt cabinet ministers.
  3. C.withholding the salaries of ministers.
  4. D.demanding the review of an executive action.
  5. E.appealing to the supreme court.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (demanding the review of an executive action.)

Explanation

The legislature can question and demand a review of executive actions through debates, questions and investigations. It does not promote, dismiss or pay ministers directly.