Constitutional Law Separation of Powers Quiz

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What is the primary function of the legislative branch?

Executing policies

Enforcing laws

Interpreting and applying laws

Making new laws (correct)

Which branch of government focuses on the interpretation and application of laws?

Executive branch

Legislative branch

Judicial branch (correct)

Administrative branch

What is the main function of the executive branch?

Interpreting laws

Interpreting and applying laws

Administering laws and executing policy (correct)

Making new laws

Why should the organs of the State be kept separate in terms of personnel and functions?

To achieve justice and the rule of law in a democratic society Signup and view all the answers

According to Dr. Lloyd Barnett and others, what has been the reality of the constitutional position in the commonwealth Caribbean?

Rejection of the separation of powers doctrine in substance and application Signup and view all the answers

Which branch of government is primarily responsible for enforcing and executing policies?

Executive branch Signup and view all the answers

Which principle does the Constitution not attempt to incorporate?

Doctrine of Separation of Powers Signup and view all the answers

What relationship does the Constitution provide for between the executive and legislative branches?

Close relationship Signup and view all the answers

According to Dr. Barnett, what is generally accepted about the doctrine of separation of powers?

It is impracticable Signup and view all the answers

Why was the delegation of legislative functions to the executive deemed necessary in modern government?

Due to the complexity of modern government Signup and view all the answers

Which view is expressed regarding the legislative-executive relationship under a constitution based on responsible cabinet government?

"The doctrine is inapplicable" Signup and view all the answers

What does Lord Simmons suggest about the doctrine of separation of powers in AG of Commonwealth of Australia v. R?

"It is inapplicable to certain relationships" Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of the legislature divesting itself of or abdicating its legislative powers?

Inconsistent with the provisions vesting legislative power Signup and view all the answers

In the case of In Re initiative and Referendum Act A.C. 935, why was an Act providing for passing laws by electoral vote without consent of parliament declared void?

It was inconsistent with the constitutional provisions Signup and view all the answers

According to Professor Fiadjoe, how does the commonwealth Caribbean view the doctrine of separation of powers compared to the USA and UK?

It adopts a unique approach different from both US and UK Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern of Dr. Barnett regarding the constitution in the commonwealth Caribbean?

Protecting the principle of constitutionalism Signup and view all the answers

What does 'separation of powers' primarily mean in the UK according to most commentators?

Independent judiciary with shared powers among branches Signup and view all the answers

Why is it impossible for the legislature to divest or abdicate its legislative powers?

To maintain consistency with constitutional provisions Signup and view all the answers