Separation of powers in Spain

What is the branch of government responsible for making laws in Spain?

• General Courts

• European Parliament

• Council of Ministers

• Constitutional Court

Who is the head of the executive branch in Spain?

• President of the Government

• Minister of Defense

• King of Spain

• Mayor of Madrid

What is the function of the judicial branch in Spain?

• Cook paella

• Build bridges

• Administer justice independently and impartially

• Sing opera

What is the role of the Constitutional Court in the system of separation of powers in Spain?

• Draft laws and decrees

• Ensure the supremacy of the Constitution and resolve conflicts of competence between the branches of government.

• Appoint the Prime Minister

• Direct the Armed Forces

What role does Parliament play in the Spanish political system?

• Dance salsa, cook paella, play soccer

• Sing opera, paint pictures, juggle

• Build bridges, repair cars, plant trees

• Legislate, control the Government, represent the citizens and approve the State budgets.

What is the name of the branch of government responsible for applying and enforcing laws in Spain?

• Legislative Power

• Municipal Power

• Executive Power

• Judicial Power

What is the main function of the Constitutional Court in Spain?

• Interpreting the Constitution and ensuring its compliance

• Dictate laws

• Administer justice in criminal cases

• Represent the country in international organizations

What organ of the Spanish government is composed of the Congress of Deputies and the Senate?

• European Parliament

• Council of Ministers

• Cortes Generales

• Supreme Court

Who appoints the judges of the Constitutional Court in Spain?

• The President of the Government

• The Supreme Court

• The Congress of Deputies

• The King

What power of the State in Spain is responsible for interpreting the Constitution and ensuring its compliance?

• State Council

• Constitutional Court

• Supreme Court

• People's Defender