Government 2ND CAT YEAR 10

What is delegated legislation?

• Laws made by the National Assembly

• Laws made by the President

• Laws made by subordinate authorities

• Laws made by the Judiciary

Which of the following is an example of delegated legislation?

• Constitution

• Act of Parliament

• Bye-law

• Judicial precedent

Who has the power to make delegated legislation?

• National Assembly

• President

• Ministers

• Local government councils

What is the main advantage of delegated legislation?

• It is a slow process

• It is a rigid process

• It allows for flexibility and speed

• It is not subject to judicial review

Which of the following is a limitation on delegated legislation?

• It must be consistent with the enabling Act

• It must be approved by the National Assembly

• It must be made public

• All of the above

What is the term for the process of removing a public official from office?

• Impeachment

• Removal

• Dismissal

• Termination

What is the term for the power of the executive to grant reprieves and pardons?

• Executive privilege

• Judicial review

• Legislative immunity

• Reprieve and pardon

Which of the following is a characteristic of a parliamentary system of government?

• The president serves as both head of state and head of government

• The prime minister serves as head of government, while the president serves as head of state

• The legislature is divided into two houses

• The judiciary is independent

What is the primary function of the legislature?

• To execute laws

• To make laws

• To interpret laws

• To enforce laws

Which of the following is an example of a written constitution?

• British Constitution

• American Constitution

• Nigerian Constitution

• French Constitution