The theory of separation of powers was propounded by ________?

A. A. V Decay
B. Max Weber
C. Charles Montesquieu
D. Gabriel Almond

Correct Answer: Option C

C. Charles Montesquieu

Explanation

This doctrine signifies the fact that one person or body of persons should not exercise all the three powers of the government. The theory of Doctrine of Separation of Power was first propounded by Montesquieu, a French scholar in and 1747 published in his book ‘Espirit des Louis’ (The spirit of the laws).