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What principle behind power-sharing ensures no single group holds too much influence?

1

Majoritarian rule

2

Monopoly of power

3

Checks and balances

4

Concentration of power

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Answer

C. Checks and balances

Solution:

The correct answer is 'Checks and balances'. This principle is designed to prevent any single group from gaining excessive power in governance. The other options describe contrary systems.

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