Question

Power is shared among different organs of the Government, this system of power sharing can also be termed as ________.

• A. Community Government
• B. Vertical division of power
• C. Horizontal distribution of power
• D. Unitary form of Government

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Horizontal distribution of power

Answer:

The correct answer is option (c) – Horizontal Distribution of Power.

• Power is shared among different levels of Government because it ensures a system of checks and balances. Hence power is shared among different levels of Government – Legislature, Executive, and Judiciary.
• In the Horizontal distribution of power, different organs of Government placed at the same level can exercise different powers.
• This kind of power separation ensures that there are no unlimited powers in the hands of just one organ.
• Each organ keeps a check on the other organ.
• This kind of power separation ensures that there is balance of power among different institutions.
• The Governments and Ministers are responsible to the various state assemblies and Parliament.
• Although Judges are appointed by the Executive, the Judges have the powers to keep a check on the laws made by the legislature or keep a check on the functioning of the Executive.