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Which section of the constitution provides a list of state institutions supporting democracy?

  • Section 181 (2)
  • Section 181 (3)
  • Section 181 (4)
  • Section 181 (1) (correct)

    • Who are the state institutions supporting democracy subject to?

  • The Judiciary
  • The President
  • The Constitution (correct)
  • The National Assembly

    • What is the accountability requirement for the chapter 9 institutions?

  • Report to the State Organs
  • Report to the Judiciary
  • Report to the National Assembly (correct)
  • Report to the President

    • What must the committee include in its report?

    <p>Findings, recommendations, and reasons for the recommendations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If the committee recommends the removal of an office-bearer, who must remove them?

    <p>The President</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of the members of the National Assembly must vote in favor of the removal for it to be effective?

    <p>66.6%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which institution is responsible for investigating any alleged improper conduct in public administration?

    <p>Public protector</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term of the public protector's position?

    <p>Non-renewable period of seven years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the duties of the South African Human Rights Commission?

    <p>Promote respect for human rights and a human rights culture thereof</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What legal action is the Human Rights Commission prepared to take in the case of Enoch Mpianzi's death?

    <p>File a civil suit against the Education Department</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization is responsible for promoting respect for the rights of cultural, religious, and linguistic communities?

    <p>The Commission for the Promotion and Protection of the Rights of Cultural, Religious and Linguistic Communities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the objectives of the Commission for the Promotion and Protection of the Rights of Cultural, Religious and Linguistic Communities?

    <p>To promote tolerance and national unity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Office of the Auditor-General report on?

    <p>Accounts, financial statements, and financial management of state departments, municipalities, and other audited institutions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the additional powers and functions of the Independent Electoral Commission?

    <p>Powers and functions prescribed by national legislation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Section 193, which of the following is a requirement for individuals appointed to the Public Protector or Auditor General?

    <p>They must comply with any other requirements prescribed by national legislation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process for removing an office-bearer of a Chapter 9 institution according to Section 194?

    <p>A committee consisting of members of the National Assembly conducts a formal enquiry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Section 193, which of the following is a requirement for individuals appointed to the South African Human Rights Commission or Commission for Gender Equality?

    <p>They must reflect race and gender composition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which action can lead to the removal of a Public Protector, Auditor General, or member of a Commission according to Section 194?

    <p>A finding of misconduct, incapacity, or incompetence by a committee of the National Assembly</p> Signup and view all the answers

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