Arms of government — KCSE History & Government

KCSE History & Government · 20 practice questions · 4 syllabus objectives

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Key learning outcomes for this topic, aligned to the KNEC KCSE syllabus.

Identify the three arms of government in Kenya (Legislature, Executive, Judiciary) and state the functions of each

Explain the principle of separation of powers and how it prevents the abuse of power in a democratic state

Describe the structure and composition of the National Assembly, Senate and the Executive branch in Kenya

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easySHORT ANSWER2 marks

List two checks on the power of the Legislature in Kenya. (2 marks)

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Part (a) — 2 marks
The Executive can veto bills passed by the Legislature (1 mk)
The Judiciary can declare laws unconstitutional (1 mk)
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easySHORT ANSWER3 marks

State three roles of the Executive arm of government in Kenya. (3 marks)

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Part (a) — 3 marks
Formulates and implements national policies (1 mk)
Presents annual budgets to Parliament (1 mk)
Represents Kenya in international affairs (1 mk)
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List the three arms of government in Kenya and describe one key function of each. (6 marks)

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Part (a) — 6 marks
Legislature: responsible for making and passing laws (2 mks)
Executive: responsible for enforcing laws and administering government (2 mks)
Judiciary: responsible for interpreting laws and resolving disputes (2 mks)
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The 2010 Constitution of Kenya established three arms of government. (a) Name the three arms of government in Kenya and state the main function of each. (6 marks) (b) Explain the importance of the separation of powers between the three arms. (4 marks)

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