What are the three branches of Government?

• A. The Judiciary, the Executive and the Legislative
• B. The Executive, the Legislative and the Judiciary
• C. The Senate, the House of Assembly, and the Cabinet
• D. The President, Parliament, and the Courts

Answer: (B)

Three branches of government are the Executive, the Legislative, and the Judiciary. This separation of powers helps prevent the concentration of authority and provides checks and balances so one part can’t unilaterally control everything. The Executive carries out laws and runs government day to day, led by a president or prime minister and their administration. The Legislative makes laws and represents the people, usually a parliament or congress. The Judiciary interprets laws and settles disputes, ensuring laws are applied fairly.

Other options mix up different bodies or roles rather than naming the three branches themselves. For example, the Cabinet is part of the Executive, not a separate branch, and terms like Parliament or the Courts point to institutions within the branches rather than the three distinct branches as a whole.