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What is the primary purpose of the separation of powers in government?
What is the primary purpose of the separation of powers in government?
- To create a more efficient governance structure
- To limit the powers of individual states
- To ensure all branches can override each other
- To prevent abuse of power (correct)
Which branches of government are established under the separation of powers principle?
Which branches of government are established under the separation of powers principle?
- Legislative, executive, and local
- Legislative, administrative, and judicial
- Executive, parliamentary, and regulatory
- Executive, legislative, and judicial (correct)
What potential issue does the separation of powers specifically address?
What potential issue does the separation of powers specifically address?
- Abuse of power by any single branch (correct)
- Inefficiency in government operations
- Corruption in local governments
- Lack of public participation in governance
Which of the following best describes how the separation of powers functions?
Which of the following best describes how the separation of powers functions?
In the context of separation of powers, what is the role of the legislative branch?
In the context of separation of powers, what is the role of the legislative branch?