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What is the first step in the process of enacting a law in the HKSAR government?
What is the first step in the process of enacting a law in the HKSAR government?
The Legislative Council has the power to enact, amend, or repeal laws.
The Legislative Council has the power to enact, amend, or repeal laws.
True
Name two independent commissions accountable to the Chief Executive.
Name two independent commissions accountable to the Chief Executive.
Audit Commission and ICAC
The Legislative Council meets every ______ morning.
The Legislative Council meets every ______ morning.
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Match the following bodies with their respective functions:
Match the following bodies with their respective functions:
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Which of the following is NOT a function of the Legislative Council?
Which of the following is NOT a function of the Legislative Council?
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The Chief Executive can sign a bill only after it completes three readings in the Legislative Council.
The Chief Executive can sign a bill only after it completes three readings in the Legislative Council.
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What is one of the major powers of the Legislative Council concerning the Chief Justice?
What is one of the major powers of the Legislative Council concerning the Chief Justice?
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Which statement accurately describes the process after a bill is passed by the Legislative Council (LegCo)?
Which statement accurately describes the process after a bill is passed by the Legislative Council (LegCo)?
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The Legislative Council (LegCo) can only introduce bills but not amendments.
The Legislative Council (LegCo) can only introduce bills but not amendments.
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Who appoints the judges of the courts in the HKSAR?
Who appoints the judges of the courts in the HKSAR?
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The HKSAR enjoys independent judicial power, including that of ______.
The HKSAR enjoys independent judicial power, including that of ______.
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What function do district councils serve in the HKSAR?
What function do district councils serve in the HKSAR?
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Match the following courts with their respective functions:
Match the following courts with their respective functions:
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Members of the judiciary can be held legally accountable for their actions performed in judicial functions.
Members of the judiciary can be held legally accountable for their actions performed in judicial functions.
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How many district councils are there in Hong Kong?
How many district councils are there in Hong Kong?
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Who is responsible for appointing the chief executive of HKSAR?
Who is responsible for appointing the chief executive of HKSAR?
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The chief executive of HKSAR can unilaterally decide on legislative matters without any consultation.
The chief executive of HKSAR can unilaterally decide on legislative matters without any consultation.
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What is one major function of the chief executive as outlined in Article 48 of the basic law?
What is one major function of the chief executive as outlined in Article 48 of the basic law?
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The chief executive serves as the ______ of the executive council.
The chief executive serves as the ______ of the executive council.
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How frequently does the executive council typically meet?
How frequently does the executive council typically meet?
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Match the following secretaries to their primary responsibilities:
Match the following secretaries to their primary responsibilities:
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In the HKSAR government, there is a department of administration, a department of justice, and various ______.
In the HKSAR government, there is a department of administration, a department of justice, and various ______.
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What must the chief executive do if they disagree with the majority opinion of the executive council?
What must the chief executive do if they disagree with the majority opinion of the executive council?
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Study Notes
HKSAR Government Structure
- Executive Authorities: The HKSAR government, headed by the Chief Executive, oversees the administration, justice, and various bureaus, divisions, and commissions.
- Three Secretaries: The Chief Secretary for Administration acts as the leading principal official in the HKSAR government. The Financial Secretary oversees financial, monetary, economic, trade, and development matters, as well as innovation and technology. The Secretary for Justice heads the Department of Justice, responsible for criminal prosecutions.
- Legislature: The Legislative Council (LegCo), consists of 40 seats from the Election Committee Constituency, 30 seats from the Functional Constituencies, and 20 seats from the Geographical Constituencies.
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LegCo Powers:
- Legislative power: Enacting, amending, or repealing laws.
- Power of approval: Examining and approving budgets, approving taxation and public expenditure.
- Supervisory power: Receiving and debating the Chief Executive's policy addresses, raising questions about the government's actions, debating issues of public interest.
- Power of impeachment: Mandating the Chief Justice of the Court of Final Appeal to form an independent investigation committee.
Judicial System
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Structure:
- Courts of Final Appeal
- High Court: Courts of Appeal, Court of First Instance.
- Competition Tribunal, Lands Tribunal
- District Court: Family Court.
- Magistrates' Courts: Eastern, Kowloon City, Kwun Tong, West Kowloon, Fanling, Shatin, Tuen Mun.
- Labour Tribunal, Small Claims Tribunal, Obscene Articles Tribunal, Coroner's Court.
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Judicial Independence: The HKSAR enjoys independent judicial power, including that of final adjudication. Courts operate independently from the executive authorities and the legislature, with trial proceedings free from any interference.
District Organizations
- District Councils: These organizations are not organs of political power. There are 18 district councils in Hong Kong, established and governed by the District Councils Ordinance.
Chief Executive
- Selection: The Chief Executive is elected by an Election Committee and subsequently appointed by the Central People's Government.
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Powers and Functions:
- Implement laws
- Participate in legislative processes
- Execute government management
- Appoint and remove personnel
- Implement directives from the central authorities and conduct affairs authorized by them
Executive Council
- Composition: The Executive Council is composed of official and non-official members, with the Chief Executive as the president.
- Functions and Operation: The Executive Council normally meets once a week. If the Chief Executive doesn't accept a majority opinion, the specific reasons are recorded. Members provide advice individually, but council conclusions are presented as collective decisions.
Lawmaking Process
- Drafting and Introduction: The HKSAR government drafts a bill and introduces it to the Executive Council.
- Publication: The bill is published in the Gazette.
- Legislative Council Scrutiny: The bill is submitted to the LegCo for scrutiny and passes through three readings.
- Chief Executive Signature: The Chief Executive signs and promulgates the bill.
- Official Law: The bill is published in the Gazette and becomes law.
- National People's Congress Record: The law is reported to the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress for record.
Independent Commissions
- Audit Commission, Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC), Office of the Ombudsman: These bodies are independent departments accountable to the Chief Executive.
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This quiz delves into the structure and functions of the HKSAR government, detailing the roles of the Chief Executive and the three main secretaries. Explore the Legislative Council's powers and the various constituencies involved in governance. Test your understanding of the key components that make up Hong Kong's political framework.
