Constitutional Governance and Political Processes Quiz

Federal system divides powers between central and regional authorities.

In a presidential system, the President has the power to veto legislation.

In a parliamentary system, the Prime Minister appoints the members of the executive branch.

The Constitution outlines the fundamental rights and principles of a nation.

The purpose of the preamble is to outline the objectives of the constitution.

A bicameral legislature has two chambers.

Rule of law implies that no person is above legal principles and regulations.

The Prime Minister is typically the head of government in a parliamentary system.

The term for amending a constitution is Constitutional amendment.

Separation of powers states that governmental powers should be divided among branches.

Single transferable vote is an electoral system using proportional representation.

Veto refers to the power of the executive to reject a bill passed by the legislature.

Doctrine of judicial review allows judiciary to declare laws unconstitutional.