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An unwritten constitution is the one where

  • A. no part of the constitution is ever written down
  • B. the whole constitution is not contained in any one document
  • C. the constitution is based on the wishes of the prime minister
  • D. the constitution can be amended by a simple majority
View Answer & Discuss (3) JAMB 1982
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The principle of separation of powers ensures

  • A. the erosion of executive power
  • B. that the legislature is supreme
  • C. the preservation of the fundamental liberties of the citizens
  • D. that all the branches of government have equal powers and functions
  • E. that the rights of the ethnic minoroties are safeguarded
View Answer & Discuss (7) JAMB 1980
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The essence of the United States of America's Constitution is that

  • A. it is based on the concept that all men are created equal and are endowed with rights
  • B. the supreme Court is the most politically powerful breanch of government in the country
  • C. it is a peculiarly North American document
  • D. it prtects black Americans at all times
  • E. it provides checks and balances between the states and federal government
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A constitution of any country is basically

  • A. a mere piece of paper
  • B. a guide to how the country should be governed
  • C. a document stating what the leaders should do
  • D. a document stating how to acquire power
  • E. C and D
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Separation of power is primary a

  • A. menas of ensuring parliamentary supremacy
  • B. Restriction on the powers of the exective
  • C. device to limit the powers of the executive to enhance individual freedom
  • D. menas of guaranteeing the independence of the judiciary
  • E. means of institutionalizing opposition
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