Question

The horizontal distribution power arrange ment is also called a system of checks and balance. Support the state ment with five points

Answer 1

Answer:

Explanation:

Horizontal distribution of power contains the role of Legislature, Executive and Judiciary. These always keeps a check on each other to prevent then from being over powerful. Hence the separation is referred as 'checks and balance.

(1) Under horizontal distribution of power, power is shared among different organs of the government such as legislature, executive and judiciary. This system is also called system of ‘checks and balances’.

(2) Reasons :

(i) All three organs of the government are placed at the same level.

(ii) The power distribution ensures that no organ enjoys unlimited powers.

(iii) Each organ exercises a check on the others. Thus, this results in a balance of power.