Statistical Sciences 2035 Study Guide - Quiz Guide: Party System, Good Governance
16 Oct 2018
School
Department
Professor
Document Summary
Assemblies generally comprise either one or two chambers, is principal difference (there are more). (see box p. 345). The attraction of bicameralism is that it strengthens checks and balances and broadens representation, which is particularly useful in federal systems. Here the sharing of sovereignty creates a constant danger of reconcilable conflict between the centre and the periphery. Most second chambers are constitutionally and politically subordinate to first chambers which are usually seen as the locus of polluter authority. Its disadvantage is that, in this type of system, there is a tendency towards immobilism and government gridlock. Moreover, tends to entrench a conservative political bias. Committee systems are increasingly important in the legislative process; strong assemblies usually have strong committees, weak ones have weak committees. Whereas parliamentary chambers are for talking, committees are for working. May carry out detailed consideration of legislative measures and financial proposals. Set up to scrutinise government administration and oversee the exercise of executive power.
