WAEC Government 2014 Question 5

Question 5

Separation of Powers and Checks and Balances

The following are merits of separation of powers except

  1. A.abuse of power.
  2. B.freedom and liberty.
  3. C.stable political system.
  4. D.absence of dominance.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (abuse of power.)

Explanation

Separation of powers prevents abuse of power; abuse of power is what it guards against, not a merit.