Foundations of Governance · Constitutional Foundations

The Three Branches of Government

An overview of the Executive, Legislative, and Judiciary branches and how they balance power.

Key Questions

  1. 1Why is it important to separate the power to make and enforce laws?
  2. 2How does the Judiciary ensure that laws are applied fairly?
  3. 3What rights are protected by having a system of checks and balances?

MOE Syllabus Outcomes

MOE: Governance in Singapore - P4
Level: Primary 4
Subject: CCE
Unit: Foundations of Governance
Period: Constitutional Foundations

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