The cabinet system of government embody the principle of separation of powers because

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JAMB 1979

A. it does not encourage the appointment of a president
B. the exective is not separate from the legislature
C. it gives less powers to a prime minister than a president
D. the executive is not directly appointed by the electorate
E. the speaker controls the activities of the house

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation

In a cabinet system of government (also known as a parliamentary system), the executive (the Prime Minister and the cabinet) is drawn from and accountable to the legislature (parliament). This means there is no strict separation of powers between the executive and legislative branches, as seen in a presidential system. Instead, there is a fusion of powers, where the executive is part of the legislature and must maintain its confidence to remain in office.

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