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According to Section 181 (1) of the Constitution, state institutions supporting democracy
are subject to the Constitution
According to Section 181 (2) of the Constitution, state institutions supporting democracy
have no restrictions on their functioning
According to Section 181 (3) of the Constitution, other state organs
should ensure independence of state institutions supporting democracy through legislation
What must the committee include in its report?
Findings, recommendations, and reasons for the recommendations
What is the process for removing an office-bearer?
The National Assembly votes for removal, then the President removes the office-bearer
Who has the power to remove an office-bearer?
The President
Who opened a case with the SAPS after receiving a complaint about voters not on the relevant segment of the voters’ roll?
The Electoral Commission's representative
Which section of the Constitution regulates broadcasting in the public interest and ensures fairness and diversity of views in South African society?
Section 192
According to Section 193 of the Constitution, what requirements must be met by individuals appointed as members of any commission?
They must be South African citizens and comply with any other requirements prescribed by national legislation.
What is the minimum supporting vote required for the removal of the Public Protector or the Auditor General from office?
Two thirds of the members of the Assembly
What is one of the objectives of the Commission for the Promotion and Protection of the Rights of Cultural, Religious and Linguistic Communities?
To promote respect for the rights of cultural, religious, and linguistic communities
What is one of the additional powers and functions of the Commission for the Promotion and Protection of the Rights of Cultural, Religious and Linguistic Communities?
To report any matter falling within its powers and functions to the South African Human Rights Commission for investigation
What is the composition requirement for the Commission for the Promotion and Protection of the Rights of Cultural, Religious and Linguistic Communities?
The commission must be broadly representative of the South African gender composition
What is one of the duties of the Independent Electoral Commission?
To ensure free and fair elections
Which institution is responsible for investigating alleged improper conduct in public administration?
Public Protector
What is the term of the Public Protector?
7 years
Which institution has the power to investigate and report on the observance of human rights?
South African Human Rights Commission
What did the Public Protector's report on the state upgrade of Nkandla find?
Improper conduct
What is required for the committee's report?
Findings, recommendations, and reasons for the recommendations
If the committee recommends the removal of an office-bearer, who must remove them?
The President
What is the voting requirement for the removal of an office-bearer?
Two-thirds majority
According to Section 181 (4) of the Constitution, what is prohibited?
Interfering with the functioning of the chapter 9 institutions
According to Section 181 (5) of the Constitution, who are the chapter 9 institutions accountable to?
The National Assembly
What is the purpose of the state institutions established under Section 181 of the Constitution?
To strengthen constitutional democracy
According to Section 182 (1)(a) of the Constitution, the Public Protector has the power to
Investigate maladministration within the state
What is one of the functions of the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) according to Section 184 (1) of the Constitution?
Promote the protection of human rights
According to Section 183 of the Constitution, what is the tenure of the Public Protector?
Non-renewable period of seven years
Who has the power to investigate and report on the observance of human rights according to the Constitution?
The South African Human Rights Commission
Which institution is responsible for regulating broadcasting in the public interest and ensuring fairness and diversity of views in South African society?
The Independent Broadcasting Authority
What is the composition requirement for the appointment of the Public Protector, the Auditor General, and members of the South African Human Rights Commission, the Commission for Gender Equality, and the Electoral Commission?
They must reflect race and gender composition
What is the minimum supporting vote required for the removal of a member of a Commission from office?
A majority of the members of the Assembly
What is the process for removing the heads and commissioners of the various Chapter 9 institutions on the grounds of misconduct, incapacity or incompetence?
All of the above
According to Section 185 (1) of the Constitution, what is one of the objects of the Commission for the Promotion and Protection of the Rights of Cultural, Religious and Linguistic Communities?
To promote respect for the rights of cultural, religious, and linguistic communities
According to Section 186 (2) of the Constitution, what is one of the requirements for the composition of the Commission for the Promotion and Protection of the Rights of Cultural, Religious and Linguistic Communities?
The commission must be broadly representative of diverse South African cultural and religious groups
According to Section 187 (2) of the Constitution, what is one of the powers and functions of the Commission for Gender Equality?
To monitor, investigate, research, lobby, and advise on issues concerning gender inequality
According to Section 188 (1) of the Constitution, what is one of the entities that the Office of the Auditor-General is required to report on?
All of the above
According to Section 181 (1) of the Constitution, what does it provide for?
A list of the state institutions supporting democracy
According to Section 181 (2) of the Constitution, what is the status of state institutions supporting democracy?
They are subject to the Constitution only
According to Section 181 (4) of the Constitution, what is prohibited?
Interference with the functioning of chapter 9 institutions
Which institution is responsible for promoting respect for human rights and a human rights culture?
South African Human Rights Commission
What is the term of the Public Protector?
7 years
What is one of the powers and functions of the Commission for Gender Equality?
Securing appropriate redress where human rights have been violated
Which state institution supports democracy and has the power to investigate any alleged improper conduct in public administration?
Public Protector
What must the committee produce in its report?
Findings, recommendations, and reasons for the recommendations
What is the required vote for the removal of an office-bearer recommended by the committee?
Two-thirds of the members of the National Assembly
Who is responsible for removing an office-bearer recommended for removal by the committee?
The President
According to Section 185 (4) of the Constitution, the Commission for the Promotion and Protection of the Rights of Cultural, Religious and Linguistic Communities has the power to
Recommend the closure of illegal initiation schools
According to Section 187 (1) of the Constitution, the Commission for Gender Equality must
Promote gender equality
According to Section 188 (3) of the Constitution, the Auditor-General must submit audit reports to
Any legislature with a direct interest in the audit and any other authority prescribed by national legislation
According to Section 190 (1) of the Constitution, the Independent Electoral Commission's duties include
Managing elections
According to Section 194 of the Constitution, what is one of the grounds for the removal of the heads and commissioners of the Chapter 9 institutions?
Incompetence
Who has the power to suspend a person from office during the removal process?
The President
What is the first step in the removal process for the heads and commissioners of the Chapter 9 institutions?
Filing a notice to remove with the Speaker of the National Assembly
What is the minimum supporting vote required for the removal of a member of a Commission from office?
A majority of the members of the Assembly
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