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What did NPP argue in the case against the attorney general regarding the public holiday celebration?
What did NPP argue in the case against the attorney general regarding the public holiday celebration?
- The celebration was constitutional but the use of public funds was inconsistent with the spirit of the constitution.
- The celebration was constitutional but the use of public funds was inconsistent with article 2 of the constitution.
- The celebration was unconstitutional and the use of private funds was inconsistent with the constitution.
- The celebration was unconstitutional and the use of public funds was inconsistent with the constitution. (correct)
According to the court, what happens to any law, enactment, or act inconsistent with the provisions of the constitution?
According to the court, what happens to any law, enactment, or act inconsistent with the provisions of the constitution?
- It is rendered null and void by articles 1 and 2 of the constitution. (correct)
- It can only be challenged by the Supreme Court.
- It is automatically amended to align with the constitution.
- It remains valid despite the inconsistency.
What did Adade JSC clarify in relation to conduct under article 2 of the constitution?
What did Adade JSC clarify in relation to conduct under article 2 of the constitution?
- The conduct is not considered under any circumstance.
- The conduct is only considered if it aligns perfectly with any provision in the constitution.
- The conduct must directly contravene a specific provision in the constitution.
- The conduct need not contravene anything in the constitution, but just be inconsistent with any provision of the constitution. (correct)
What does the doctrine of supremacy of the constitution entail?
What does the doctrine of supremacy of the constitution entail?
What does the doctrine of supremacy of the constitution imply?
What does the doctrine of supremacy of the constitution imply?
What does the doctrine of separation of powers advocate for?
What does the doctrine of separation of powers advocate for?
In the 1992 constitution, what happens to laws inconsistent with its provisions?
In the 1992 constitution, what happens to laws inconsistent with its provisions?
What right does Article 2 of the 1992 constitution grant to citizens?
What right does Article 2 of the 1992 constitution grant to citizens?
How did the plaintiff in MENSIMA VS ATTORNEY GENERAL demonstrate the supremacy of the constitution?
How did the plaintiff in MENSIMA VS ATTORNEY GENERAL demonstrate the supremacy of the constitution?
In Ghana, who has the final say when a law is found to be inconsistent with the 1992 constitution?
In Ghana, who has the final say when a law is found to be inconsistent with the 1992 constitution?
What was the main reason for impounding the products of the plaintiff in MENSIMA VS ATTORNEY GENERAL case?
What was the main reason for impounding the products of the plaintiff in MENSIMA VS ATTORNEY GENERAL case?
What principle mandates the president of Ghana to appoint a majority of the ministers of state from members of parliament?
What principle mandates the president of Ghana to appoint a majority of the ministers of state from members of parliament?
When does the doctrine of mootness come into play in a court case?
When does the doctrine of mootness come into play in a court case?
In which case did President J.J Rawlings decide to retain some previous ministers without parliamentary approval?
In which case did President J.J Rawlings decide to retain some previous ministers without parliamentary approval?
What is the main impact of the doctrine of mootness on a court case?
What is the main impact of the doctrine of mootness on a court case?
Which article of the Ghanaian constitution vests the judicial powers in the hands of the judiciary?
Which article of the Ghanaian constitution vests the judicial powers in the hands of the judiciary?
What type of system of separation of powers is employed in Ghana based on the text?
What type of system of separation of powers is employed in Ghana based on the text?