Question

CIVICS

Which Constitutional principle is shown in the image above?

1.) Checks and Balances
2.) Separation of Powers
3.) Small states and Large States representation in Congress
4.) Federalism

See the chart below to help you answer the following question.

Answer 1

Separation of Powers is the constitutional principle shown in the diagram.

Explanation:

• The image shows the constitutional principle of separation of powers of a Government into three branches - Legislative, Executive and Judicial.
• This is a very important principle in Governance which divides the power of a state into different branches.
• Each branch is also given separate powers and responsibilities for effective governance, and also to ensure that none of the branches enter into conflicts with each other.
• This principle thus ensures a system of checks and balances, preventing power to be concentrated in one place.