Question

Differentiate between horizontal and vertical power sharing in modern democracy

Answer 1

Explanation:

Difference between Horizontal division of powers and Vertical division of powers. (i) Horizontal Division of powers is such a power sharing arrangement in which power is shared , among different organs of government as, legislature, executive and judiciary.

Answer 2

The idea of power sharing is emerged from the notions opposing the autocratic rule of undivided power

• The Vertical Division of Power: Power can be shared among governments at different levels - a general government for the entire country, and governments at the provincial and regional levels. Such a general government for the entire country is usually called a Federal Government...
• The Horizontal Division of Power: Power is shared among the different organs of the government - the Legislature, the Executive and the Judiciary. This separation ensures that none of the organs can exercise unlimited power. This arrangement is called the System of Checks and Balances...

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