Semi-Presidential System
Definition
A semi-presidential system combines elements of both parliamentary and presidential systems. It features an elected president as head of state alongside a prime minister who is responsible for the day-to-day governance.
Analogy
Imagine a school where there are two principals - one who handles administrative tasks (president) and another who focuses on academic matters (prime minister). Both work together to lead the school.
Related terms
Dual Executive: The presence of both a president and a prime minister, each with their own powers and responsibilities.
Cohabitation: A situation in a semi-presidential system where the president and prime minister belong to different political parties, leading to potential conflicts and challenges in governance.
Constitutional Court: A judicial body that interprets the constitution and resolves disputes related to constitutional matters in a semi-presidential system.
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- Who is responsible for appointing the Prime Minister in a semi-presidential system?
- In a semi-presidential system, the President is directly elected or chosen by:
- Which of the following does the cabinet not do in a semi-presidential system?
- In a semi-presidential system, the executive branch is voted on by:
- What type of role does the prime minister have in a semi-presidential system?
- In a semi-presidential system, gridlock is typically:
- Which country has a semi-presidential system with a president and a prime minister?
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