Exam 10 mark questions

Question 1

Explain two ways in which backbench MPs can influence legislation

Answer 1

Talk about how they utilise PMBs as a mechanism to influence legislation and seeking to propose amendments before going to the floor during its white paper stage.

Question 2

Explain two ways in which backbench MPs can represent their constituents

Question 3

Explain two ways in which Party Whips can control their backbench MPs.

Answer 3

Talk about enforcing the three-line whip system and through rewards and patronage

Question 4

Explain two limitations of Departmental Select Committees.

Question 5

Explain two ways in which MPs perform their scrutiny role.

Question 6

Explain two strengths of Departmental Select Committees