Removal of the President: Checks & Balances Quiz

Removal of the President: Checks & Balances Quiz

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What is the main purpose of the impeachment process for the President?

To safeguard against the abuse of power by the President.

In the impeachment process, what support is needed in the National Assembly to impeach the President?

2/3 majority.

What are the consequences for an impeached President according to the Constitution?

They lose pension benefits and cannot serve in public office again.

What type of discretion does a President have in a no-confidence situation compared to an impeachment situation?

<p>Wide discretion in a no-confidence situation, narrow discretion in an impeachment situation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the Cabinet when a President is impeached?

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

Which political body removes and elects the President according to the text?

<p>The National Assembly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What consequence can disobedient NA members face if they are removed from their political party for ill-discipline?

<p>Losing their membership in the National Assembly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does the President play when acting as the Head of the Executive?

<p>Exercising executive authority.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which body can check whether the President's powers are properly exercised in accordance with the Constitution?

<p>Constitutional Court.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what scenario can the President exercise Head of State powers alone?

<p>When assenting to and signing Bills.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the distinction between Head of State and Head of Executive ensure?

<p>Proper exercise of powers in accordance with the Constitution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can a President be removed from office if they face a vote of no confidence?

<p>By losing a vote in the National Assembly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the President as the head of the national executive?

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

In the context of the text, what action can the President take if a Bill is referred back to the National Assembly to consider its constitutionality?

<p>Refer the Bill to the Constitutional Court</p> Signup and view all the answers

What power does the President have regarding pardons and reprieves?

<p>Pardoning or reprieving offenders</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a duty of the President as head of the national executive?

<p>Appointing the Chief Justice</p> Signup and view all the answers

What executive power was being challenged in the case of Democratic Alliance v President?

<p>Power to exercise executive authority</p> Signup and view all the answers

On what basis was the exercise of executive power being challenged in the case of Corruption Watch II SARFU Albutt?

<p>Alleged corruption in implementing national policy</p> Signup and view all the answers

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