WORLD HISTORY

HISTORY

ANCIENT ROME

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The power to say “no” to another branch of government.
A
Veto
B
Consul
C
Republic
D
Nix
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The veto allows the President to “check” the legislature by reviewing acts passed by Congress and blocking measures he finds unconstitutional, unjust, or unwise. Congress’s power to override the President’s veto forms a “balance” between the branches on the lawmaking power.

Detailed explanation-2: -A veto is a legal power to unilaterally stop an official action. In the most typical case, a president or monarch vetoes a bill to stop it from becoming law. In many countries, veto powers are established in the country’s constitution.

Detailed explanation-3: -A veto is a no vote that blocks a decision. The President can veto some bills that pass his desk. A veto is a very official way of saying “No!” Vetoes block or forbid something, and the word is also used more loosely.

Detailed explanation-4: -Qualified veto: This type of veto power is not possessed by the Indian President.

Detailed explanation-5: -If the President vetoes the bill it is sent back to Congress with a note listing his/her reasons. The chamber that originated the legislation can attempt to override the veto by a vote of two-thirds of those present. If the veto of the bill is overridden in both chambers then it becomes law.

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