Ministers in South Africa
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Ministers in South Africa

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Which branch of government is responsible for exercising day-to-day governmental authority in the RSA?

  • Legislature (Parliament)
  • Executive (Cabinet) (correct)
  • National Executive Authority (NEA)
  • Judiciary (Courts of Law)

    • Who exercises executive authority at the national level in the RSA?

  • Other public servants or officials (correct)
  • The President
  • Cabinet
  • The Ministers

    • In which organ of state does the national executive authority finally vest in the RSA?

  • The President (correct)
  • The Legislature (Parliament)
  • The Judiciary (Courts of Law)
  • The National Executive Authority (NEA)

    • According to the Constitution, which common law powers may still exist?

    <p>Powers related to foreign relations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Section 90 of the Constitution deal with?

    <p>Provisions relating to acting President</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who appoints and dismisses members of the Cabinet?

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

    What is the main function of the Deputy President?

    <p>To assist the President in executing government functions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which section of the Constitution deals with the removal of the President?

    <p>Section 89</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the aim of the removal procedure for the President?

    <p>To punish the President for certain conduct</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the remuneration of the SA President determined?

    <p>Through an Act of Parliament</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Can Parliament reduce or increase the salary of the President through a resolution or an ordinary Act of Parliament?

    <p>No</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which body of people is responsible for the proper execution of executive authority at the national level?

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

    What are the specific functions of the national Cabinet?

    <p>Implementing national legislation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are ministers appointed and dismissed?

    <p>By the executive president</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the qualifications required for ministers?

    <p>Being a member of Parliament</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of the phrase 'together with' when used in the Constitution?

    <p>To exercise power in conjunction with</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of the phrase 'in consultation with' when used in the Constitution?

    <p>To consult with</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of the phrase 'on the advice of' when used in the Constitution?

    <p>To act as advised</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the text, does the South African President still have certain common law powers?

    <p>Yes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which powers of the President are subject to judicial control?

    <p>Powers exercised as head of state</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of the President's powers and functions as head of the national executive?

    <p>Making appointments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between the President's powers as head of the National Executive and as Head of State?

    <p>There is no difference in the President's powers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the President constitutionally and legally obliged to do when appointing judges?

    <p>Act on the advice of the Judicial Service Commission</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What powers do ministers possess?

    <p>Powers assigned by the President</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How must ministers exercise their powers and functions?

    <p>In accordance with the law and the Constitution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are the powers and functions of ministers in South Africa exercised?

    <p>In accordance with the Constitution and the law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must ministers also act in accordance with, in addition to the Constitution and the law?

    <p>The code of ethics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a coalition government?

    <p>A government formed by multiple political parties working together</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the qualifications for a person to be eligible to be elected as President?

    <p>The qualifications are indirectly stated in the Constitution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What oath/affirmation must the President take before assuming office?

    <p>The President must swear or affirm faithfulness to the Republic and obedience to the Constitution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term of office for the SA President?

    <p>The term of office is 5 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who are members of the Cabinet accountable to?

    <p>Parliament</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for the powers and functions of the executive assigned to them by the President?

    <p>Members of the Cabinet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who can bring a motion of no confidence in the President according to the Constitution?

    <p>Both the majority and minority party</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who decides the manner in which a motion of no confidence in the President is vindicated?

    <p>Parliament</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the South African Constitution, who exercises executive authority at the national level?

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

    What are the duties of the President as set out in section 83 of the Constitution?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the President elected in South Africa according to the Constitution?

    <p>Elected by the members of the NA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if no party obtains an outright majority in the election?

    <p>The parties enter into negotiations to form a coalition government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Constitution of South Africa, which level of government is responsible for overseeing the performance of municipalities in exercising their powers?

    <p>Provincial government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of provincial supervision of local government according to the Constitution?

    <p>To support and strengthen the capacity of municipalities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Can a premier of a province be removed from office on non-political (legislative) grounds according to the Constitution?

    <p>Yes, but only on non-political grounds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Constitution, do provincial legislatures have residual legislative powers?

    <p>No, provincial legislatures do not have residual legislative powers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three parts into which a provincial legislature's legislative power can generally be divided?

    <p>The adoption of a provincial constitution, the adoption of provincial laws, and the assignment of powers to local governments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where can the constitutional requirements regarding the composition and functioning of provincial legislatures be found?

    <p>Sections 105-124 of the Constitution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Constitution, how long is the term of a provincial legislature?

    <p>5 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required to alter the boundaries of the provincial governments in South Africa?

    <p>A two-thirds majority in the National Assembly and at least six provinces in the National Council of Provinces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Can a provincial government change its name?

    <p>Yes, if at least two-thirds of the members of the provincial legislature support such a resolution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Can the national government unilaterally change the legislative powers of the provinces?

    <p>No, an amendment of the Constitution is required</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Constitution of South Africa, how can the legislative powers of the provinces be changed?

    <p>An amendment to the Constitution is required, involving both Houses of Parliament and a two-thirds majority vote.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are functional areas of concurrent legislative powers in South Africa?

    <p>Areas in which both the national and provincial governments have the power to make laws.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are exclusive provincial legislative powers in South Africa?

    <p>Areas in which only the provincial governments can make laws.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What majority is required for a provincial legislature to pass or amend its Constitution?

    <p>Two-thirds majority of its members</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of taxes may a province NOT impose?

    <p>Income tax, value-added tax, general sales tax, property rates, customs duties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    From what revenue sources are provincial governments financed?

    <p>Allocation of national revenue to the provinces, additional revenue generated by the provinces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the executive authority of a province vested?

    <p>The Premier of the province</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is provincial executive authority exercised?

    <p>By appointing members of the Executive Council</p> Signup and view all the answers

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