The Allocation And Control Of Power Flashcards
1
Q
What did the Magna Carta 1215 establish?
A
The monarch and government are not above the law
2
Q
What did the Bill of Rights 1689 do?
A
- ended power struggle between Parliament and the monarch
- exerted greater controls over the royal prerogative
3
Q
What type of monarchy does the UK have?
A
Constitutional monarchy
4
Q
What is a constitutional monarchy?
A
A sovereign reigns, but does not rule
5
Q
What are checks?
A
Controls on the exercise of power
6
Q
What are balances?
A
Methods of dividing power in a balanced way
7
Q
Examples of checks
A
- Ministerial code 2022
- Respect for constitutional principles
- Moral constraints
- Media pressure
8
Q
What is the Ministerial Code 2022?
A
Standards of conduct expected of ministers
