Consider the Following Statements with Respect to the Exercise of Governmental

question 208

Multiple Choice

Consider the following statements with respect to the exercise of governmental powers. Identify the false statement.

• A) Before a government agency can take action that interferes with someone's rights, legislation must have been passed to permit that action.
• B) The exercise of governmental power is subject to a number of constitutional limitations.
• C) The doctrine of parliamentary supremacy (i.e., the unrestricted right to legislate) has been modified by the addition of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
• D) The power of government officials to interfere with individuals' rights derives from their status and operates independently of any legislation.
• E) Statutes often restrict the power of government officials.

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