Which of the following performs quasi-legislative functions?

A. The Judiciary
B. Traditional Institutions
C. The Civil Service
D. The Executive

Correct Answer:

Option D – The Executive

Explanation

The Executive performed quasi-legislative functions.

The Executive is the second main arm of Government. The term is used to refer to the totality of all the functionaries and agencies that are concerned with the execution of or implementation of the will of the State. In this sense, the Executive include people holding the offices of the President, Prime Minister who exercises supreme control over Government affairs, and their subordinate office such as Commissioners, Policemen, Clerks, etc who simply carry out orders.

Some of the functions of the Executive include the following:

1. Legislation: The Executive recommends bills to be considered as laws and defends such bills in parliament. In parliamentary system of government, members of the executive also take part in debating such bills up to their approval and adoption.

2. Delegated Legislation: This is the power to issue statutory orders and rules as vested in the executive by the legislature. Such a power is necessary in order to meet changing circumstances.