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 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Section 90 of the Constitution deal with?

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

Who appoints and dismisses members of the Cabinet?

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

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

<p>Section 89 (C)</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 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is the remuneration of the SA President determined?

<p>Through an Act of Parliament (A)</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 (C)</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 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the specific functions of the national Cabinet?

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

How are ministers appointed and dismissed?

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

What are the qualifications required for ministers?

<p>Being a member of Parliament (D)</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 (A)</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 (A)</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 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Yes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which powers of the President are subject to judicial control?

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

What powers do ministers possess?

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

How must ministers exercise their powers and functions?

<p>In accordance with the law and the Constitution (A)</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 (A)</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 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a coalition government?

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

Who are members of the Cabinet accountable to?

<p>Parliament (C)</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 (A)</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 (C)</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 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>The President (C)</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 (D)</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 (B)</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 (C)</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 (B)</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 (D)</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 (C)</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. (A)</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. (B)</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. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>5 years (C)</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 (A)</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 (C)</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 (A)</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. (B)</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. (D)</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. (B)</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 (D)</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 (C)</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 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the executive authority of a province vested?

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

How is provincial executive authority exercised?

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

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