The Underlying Concept of the Principle of Separation of Powers

question 21

Multiple Choice

The underlying concept of the principle of separation of powers is

• A) that all three branches of government are equally powerful.
• B) that when legislative, judicial, and executive power are not exercised by the same institution, power cannot be so easily abused.
• C) that the people are responsible to elect the representatives in all three branches of government, including the judicial branch.
• D) that one branch has a veto power over the other branches.
• E) that the people's power to elect representatives is separate and different from that of the branches of the government.

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