Government JAMB

A distinctive feature of the presidential system of government is the?

A. existence of two political parties
B. existence of a ceremonial head of state
C. fusion of ceremonial and executive powers
D. fusion of legislative and executive powers

Correct Answer:

Option C – fusion of ceremonial and executive powers

Explanation

The fusion of Ceremonial and Executive Powers is a distinctive feature of the Presidential system of government.

Presidential system of government is the one in which the head of State of a country is also the head of government of the same country. It is a system in which all executive powers are vested in one person with the title of the Executive President.

As head of State, he has the power to sign a bill into law. In case of anomalies, he can refuse to sign a bill until the anomalies are corrected by the two House-House of Representatives and the House of Senate.

Coming to Ceremonial Functions, he represents the country at some events such as taking the salute at parade grounds on independence day celebrations.

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