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SECTION B
MODULE 2: PRINCIPLES OF PUBLIC LAW
The question is compulsory.
2. (a) Explain briefly TWO features of the doctrine of separation of powers. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS AREA
[4 marks]
(b) Describe THREE methods in which the constitution of a named Commonwealth Caribbean
country enshrines the separation of powers doctrine.
[6 marks]
(c) Parliament passes the Child Court Act. The judges of the Child Court are to have the
same powers of a High Court judge. In accordance with Section 104 of the Constitution,
High Court judges are appointed by the Judicial Legal Services Commission. Section 15
of the Child Court Act provides that Judges of the Child Court are to be appointed by the
Minister for Justice. Justice Brown, a Child Court Judge who is appointed by the Minister
for Justice, convicts Jane of an offence. DO NOT WRITE IN THIS AREA
With reference to TWO decided cases or examples, advise Jane whether Section 15 of the
Child Court Act is unconstitutional.
[15 marks]
Total 25 marks
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