61 Questions
Which date was Chief Justice Ngcobo appointed as a judge?
15 April 1996
How long must a judge serve at the Constitutional Court if they have served a minimum of three years at another court before their appointment?
12 years
How long has Chief Justice Ngcobo served as a judge and Constitutional Court judge by 15 August 2011?
15 years and 3 months
Which section of the Constitution provides a guarantee against the interference with the functioning of courts?
Section 165
Who is the head of the judiciary in South Africa?
The Chief Justice
Which court has its seat in Bloemfontein?
The Supreme Court of Appeal
Which court/s act as both a court of first instance and as a court hearing appeals from the lower courts?
The High Court of South Africa
Which model does the United Kingdom operate under?
Parliamentary sovereignty
What is the core difference between parliamentary sovereignty and constitutional supremacy?
The legislature arm of state
What is the common model for the separation of powers known as?
Trias politica
What does transformative constitutionalism often include?
Justiciable socio-economic rights
Which of the following is a characteristic of transformative constitutionalism?
Focus on substantive equality and justice
What criticism is often raised against transformative constitutionalism?
It obscures law and politics
Under the system of parliamentary supremacy, how were judges viewed?
As mechanical interpreters of the law
What does Section 174(2) of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa Act 108 of 1996 address?
The racial and gender composition of the judiciary
Which court did the Women's Legal Centre Trust approach to provide finality on the state's obligation to recognize Muslim marriages?
Constitutional Court
Which political party first submitted a request for the removal of the Public Protector in 2017?
Democratic Alliance (DA)
What was the name given to the tragedy involving the deaths of 144 people at psychiatric facilities in the Gauteng province of South Africa?
Life Esidimeni tragedy
What does Section 1(c) of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa Act 108 of 1996 establish?
Constitutional supremacy
According to the South African Constitution, what is the supreme law in the Republic?
The Constitution
What does constitutional supremacy mean in South Africa?
The Constitution is the highest form of law.
How does parliamentary sovereignty differ from constitutional supremacy?
Parliamentary sovereignty allows parliament to make or repeal laws without constraint.
What is the significance of knowing the history of the judiciary prior to democracy?
It helps understand the role of the judiciary in a democratic society.
How long must a Chief Justice serve at the Constitutional Court in order to be eligible for discharge from active service?
15 years
Who appoints a Chief Justice to continue serving for a determined period of time?
The President
Which court ruling confirmed the legal recognition of Muslim marriages in South Africa?
Supreme Court of Appeal ruling
Which of the following is a key feature of the South African Constitution?
Transformation of society
What is the rationale behind the tripartite separation of powers?
To ensure accountability and checks on power
What is the concept of 'transformative constitutionalism' in South Africa?
A form of legal reasoning based on morality
What is the ultimate authority for law-making in parliamentary sovereignty?
The legislature
Which court did the Democratic Alliance (DA) approach for the removal of the Public Protector in 2017?
High Court
What tragic event involved the deaths of 144 people at psychiatric facilities in the Gauteng province of South Africa?
Life Esidimeni tragedy
What is the significance of the Constitutional Court in South Africa?
It is the highest court in the land
What does Section 2 of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa Act 108 of 1996 state?
The Constitution is supreme law in the Republic
Which section of the South African Constitution provides a guarantee against the interference with the functioning of courts?
Section 165(3)
Which court/s have jurisdiction across the Republic of South Africa?
Constitutional Court and Supreme Court of Appeal
Which court/s act as a court of first instance and as a court hearing appeals from the lower courts?
High Court of South Africa
Which court is responsible for establishing and monitoring the norms and standards for the exercise of the judicial functions of all courts?
Constitutional Court
Which of the following is a key feature that has emerged since the coming into existence of the South African Constitution?
A rejection of the principle of parliamentary sovereignty
What is the significance of knowing the history of the judiciary prior to democracy?
Understanding the role of the judiciary in upholding apartheid legislation
What is the main criticism often raised against transformative constitutionalism?
It obscures law and politics
What does Section 174(2) of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa Act 108 of 1996 address?
The need for the judiciary to reflect broadly the racial and gender composition of South Africa
Which court ruling confirmed the legal recognition of Muslim marriages in South Africa?
Supreme Court of Appeal
What is the ultimate authority for law-making in parliamentary sovereignty?
The legislature
What is the core difference between parliamentary sovereignty and constitutional supremacy?
The source of law
What is the significance of knowing the history of the judiciary prior to democracy?
Understanding the development of legal principles
When was Chief Justice Ngcobo appointed as a Constitutional Court judge?
15 August 1999
Based on the information provided, how long must a judge serve at the Constitutional Court if they have served a minimum of three years at another court before their appointment?
12 years
Who may request a Chief Justice to continue serving for a determined period of time?
The President
Which court is responsible for establishing and monitoring the norms and standards for the exercise of the judicial functions of all courts?
The Constitutional Court
Which court has jurisdiction across the Republic of South Africa?
The Constitutional Court
Which court/s act as a court of first instance and as a court hearing appeals from the lower courts?
The High Court of South Africa
Which court/s have geographically limited jurisdiction?
The High Court of South Africa
Which of the following is a key feature of transformative constitutionalism in South Africa?
Faith in the law as an instrument for social and political change
What was the role of judges in the apartheid era according to the text?
Mechanical interpreters of the law
What is the significance of Section 174(2) of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa Act 108 of 1996?
It requires judges to reflect the racial and gender composition of South Africa
What is the core difference between parliamentary supremacy and transformative constitutionalism?
Faith in the law as an instrument for social and political change
Which of the following is a key feature of the South African Constitution?
It aims to transform South Africa into a society founded on equality.
What is the core difference between parliamentary sovereignty and constitutional supremacy?
Parliamentary sovereignty gives ultimate authority to the legislature, while constitutional supremacy gives ultimate authority to the constitution.
What is the rationale behind the tripartite separation of powers?
To ensure major decisions can be checked and held to account by another arm of state.
What does transformative constitutionalism often include?
An endorsement of justiciable socio-economic rights and substantive equality.
Quiz: Understanding Parliamentary Sovereignty and Constitutional Supremacy Test your knowledge on the key concepts of parliamentary sovereignty and constitutional supremacy with this insightful quiz. Learn about the core differences between these two systems of governance and where the ultimate authority for law-making lies. Perfect for students of political science and anyone interested in understanding the principles behind the Westminster model and constitutional frameworks like apartheid-era South Africa.
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