Which term describes the constitutional principle that prevents the concentration of power by sharing duties across branches?

• A. Separation of Powers
• B. Nullification
• C. Platform
• D. Fugitive

Answer: (A)

Sharing duties across branches is about separation of powers. The government divides authority among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches so that no one part can control everything. This arrangement creates checks and balances: each branch can limit the others, preventing the concentration of power. For example, Congress makes laws, the president can sign or veto them, and the courts can rule on constitutionality. This distribution helps protect liberties by ensuring multiple perspectives are involved in governing. The other terms refer to different ideas: nullification involves states opposing federal laws, a platform is a party’s set of principles, and a fugitive is someone who runs away.