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SS1 Government

seperation of powers

Overview

Explain the meaning of separation of powers. Discuss checks and balances. Examine the relationship between separation of powers and checks and balances.

What you'll learn
  • Separation of powers in the arms of government.
  • Separation of personnel performing functions.
  • Examine the relationship between separation of powers and checks and balances.
  • Explain the extent of separation of powers and checks and balance under presidential and parliamentary Systems of government.