Separation Of Powers - In Depth

Question 1

Where is the power to administer the law and carry out the business of the government held in practice.

Answer 1

The cabinet, rather then the executive

Question 2

What is the head of the executive in practice?

Answer 2

The prime minister, not the monarchs representative

Question 3

What 3 positions are a part of both the legislative and executive branches

Answer 3

Prime minister
Governor-General
Cabinet

Question 4

How does the untrue separation of powers reflect responsible government?

Answer 4

Government ministers must be members of parliament, accountable to parliament and hence to the people

Question 5

Why must the legislative and judicial branches be kept seperate?

Answer 5

Only a court or tribunal has the power to decide if a law has been contravened

Question 6

What does section 1,2,3 of the constitution provide?

Answer 6

S1- legislative branch
S2- executive branch
S3- judicial branch