Montesquieu's political theory of separation of powers was meant to
GOVERNMENT
WAEC 2015
Montesquieu's political theory of separation of powers was meant to
- A. promote unity in government
- B. prevent dictatorial rule
- C. ensure social justice
- D. enhance state security
Correct Answer: B. prevent dictatorial rule
Explanation
Montesquieu's approach was to present and defend a form of government which was not excessively centralized in all its powers to a single monarch or similar ruler, form of government known then as aristocracy. He based this model on the Constitution of the Roman Republic and the British constitutional system.
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