WAEC Government 2019 Question 15

Question 15

Presidential and Parliamentary Systems

In a presidential system of government, legislative approval is not necessary for the

  1. A.appointment of Supreme Court judges.
  2. B.ratification of treaties.
  3. C.granting of pardons.
  4. D.appointment of civil servants.
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Answer: C (granting of pardons.)

Explanation

The prerogative of mercy (pardon) belongs to the president alone; judges' appointments and treaties need legislative approval.