Merits and demerits of the 1979 Presidential Constitution - SS2 Government Past Questions and Answers - page 1
What was one of the merits of the 1979 Presidential Constitution?
Concentration of power in the federal government
Weak judiciary
Protection of fundamental human rights
What type of government system was adopted by the 1979 Constitution?
Unitary system
Federal system
Confederal system
What was one of the demerits of the 1979 Presidential Constitution?
Strong legislature
Inclusive representation
Lack of popular participation
What was the purpose of the National Judicial Council established by the 1979 Constitution?
To oversee the appointment and discipline of judges
To pass laws
To implement development plans
What did the 1979 Constitution limit the President to in terms of terms in office?
One four-year term
Two four-year terms
Unlimited terms
What was one of the merits of the 1979 Presidential Constitution in terms of government structure?
The Constitution provided for the separation of powers among the three branches of government - the executive, legislature, and judiciary - to ensure checks and balances.
What was one of the demerits of the 1979 Presidential Constitution in terms of revenue sharing?
While the Constitution provided for revenue sharing between the federal and state governments, the formula used for sharing revenue was often criticized as being inadequate and unfair, which could lead to tensions between the federal and state governments.