WAEC Government 2021 Question 40

Question 40

Separation of Powers and Checks and Balances

Judicial review in a democratic environment is an aspect of

  1. A.checks and balances.
  2. B.a check on the legislature.
  3. C.a check on the executive and the media.
  4. D.ensuring the police assist the judiciary in its work.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (checks and balances.)

Explanation

Through judicial review the courts can void unconstitutional acts of the other organs, part of checks and balances.