Control of delegated legislatures - SS1 Government Past Questions and Answers - page 1
Who has control over a delegated legislature?
The higher authority
The legislative body itself
What is one way that the higher authority can exercise control over a delegated legislature?
By expanding its scope of powers
By reviewing and approving legislation
When can the higher authority disband or dissolve a delegated legislature?
If it exceeds the granted powers
If it acts in the best interests of the region or state
What can the higher authority do to ensure that representatives in a delegated legislature act in the best interests of the region or state?
Appoint or remove members of the delegated legislature
Grant unlimited powers to the delegated legislature
What is the main purpose of the higher authority's control over a delegated legislature?
To ensure that the delegated legislature acts in the best interests of the region or state
To give the delegated legislature unlimited powers
To ensure that the delegated legislature acts in the best interests of the region or state
Who has the ultimate control over a delegated legislature?
The higher authority that has granted the limited or specific powers to the legislative body.
What are some ways that the higher authority can exercise control over a delegated legislature?
The higher authority can limit the scope of delegated powers, review and approve legislation, disband or dissolve the delegated legislature, and appoint or remove members of the legislative body.