What is the separation of powers?

Question 1

Separation of Powers

Answer 1

Separation of Powers is the principle that provides a set of checks and balances to ensure that no single body has the power to make, implement, apply and interpret the law.

Question 2

Legislative power

Answer 2

Is the power to make laws which resides with the Parliament. This is led by the party that has the majority of seats in the Parliament (Executive)

Question 3

Judicial power

Answer 3

Is the power (authority) given to the courts and tribunals to interpret and enforce the law and settle disputes.