15 Questions
Which level of government is responsible for enacting, amending, and repealing rules of law?
Provincial government
What is one reason for the existence of provincial level government?
To promote involvement and participation of the electorate
What is one negative side effect of provincial level government?
Conflicts and disagreements between levels of government
Which of the following is a valid ground for the removal of a Premier?
Violation of the Constitution or law
How many terms can a Premier serve?
2
How many provinces need to be in favor of a name change for it to be approved?
6
What is the main function of a provincial legislature?
To pass legislation for its province
Which level of government in South Africa can pass a provincial constitution?
Provincial government
What is the requirement for a provincial constitution to take effect in South Africa?
Publication in the National Government Gazette
What does Schedule 5 of the Constitution provide for?
A list of functional areas where provincial legislature has exclusive authority
In South Africa, can a provincial Bill become a Provincial Act without the assent and sign of the Premier?
No, the Premier's assent and sign is required
What happens to legislation made by the national legislature on exclusive provincial functional areas?
It becomes invalid and unconstitutional
What happens if the Constitutional Court declares a provincial Bill to be unconstitutional in South Africa?
The Bill lapses
Who takes full responsibility for legislation in functional areas of exclusive provincial competence?
The provinces
What happens to legislation that does not prevail in cases of conflict between national and provincial legislation?
It becomes inoperative for as long as the conflict remains
Test your knowledge on legislative authority in South Africa with this quiz. Learn about exclusive legislative authority, exceptions, and concurrent legislative authority.
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