Political Science · Comparative Political Analysis
Which are the essential features of federalism?
- 1. A written constitution
- 2. Bicameralism
- 3. Cooperation between federal and state governments
- 4. An independent judiciary
A1, 2 and 3
B1, 3 and 4
C1, 2 and 4 ✓ Correct
D1, 2, 3 and 4
Correct answer: (C) 1, 2 and 4 — Items 1, 2 and 4 are essential features, so the answer is 1, 2 and 4.
Explanation
★Items 1, 2 and 4 are essential features, so the answer is 1, 2 and 4.
★A written constitution sets out the federal division of powers.
★Bicameralism gives the units a voice in a second chamber.
★An independent judiciary settles disputes between the levels.
★Item 3 is wrong, because cooperation is desirable but not essential to federalism.
★A federation can function even where the levels are in conflict.
★So cooperation is not an essential feature.
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