Electrical Systems GCSE AQA Engineering

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separation of powers

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A model of governance where the state is divided into branches, each with its own powers and responsibilities to prevent any one branch from gaining too much power.

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judicial review

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The power of courts to assess whether a law is in compliance with the Constitution.

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separation of powers

A model of governance where the state is divided into branches, each with its own powers and responsibilities to prevent any one branch from gaining too much power.

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judicial review

The power of courts to assess whether a law is in compliance with the Constitution.

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checks and balances

A system that ensures that no one branch of government can dominate the others, maintaining a balance of power.

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federalism

A system of government in which power is divided between a central authority and constituent political units, such as states.

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due process

Legal requirement that the state must respect all legal rights that are owed to a person, ensuring fair treatment.