Question

Although judges are appointed by the executive, they can check the functioning of executive or laws made by the legislatures. This arrangement is called a system of
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1. vertical distribution of power
2. horizontal distribution of power
3. balancing of power
4. holding together of power

Answer 1

Answer:

1 Power is shared among different organs of government, such as the legislature, executive and judiciary. ... Similarly, although judges are appointed by the executive, they can check the functioning of executive or laws made by the legislatures. This arrangement is called a system of checks and balances.