separation of powers
The aim is to prevent excessive concentration of power. This topic is part of Government within Government & Society. This page currently draws on 5 supporting questions, with answers and bonus facts available below.
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Separation of powers divides government authority among what?
Answer: Different branches
Bonus fact: The aim is to prevent excessive concentration of power.
In the U.S. federal government, the three branches are legislative, executive, and what?
Answer: Judicial
Bonus fact: Congress, the president, and federal courts exercise distinct powers.
Which Enlightenment thinker strongly influenced the modern idea of separation of powers?
Answer: Montesquieu
Bonus fact: His writings influenced constitutional designers.
Which principle divides government authority among legislative, executive, and judicial branches?
Answer: Separation of powers
Bonus fact: Separation of powers reduces concentration of authority.
Which political idea is strongly associated with The Spirit of the Laws?
Answer: Separation of powers
Bonus fact: Montesquieu influenced later constitutional thought.