A system of ‘checks and balances’ is another name for which one of the following power-sharing arrangements:

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Power sharing among different social groups.

Vertical division of power or power shared among various levels of government.

The horizontal division of power is shared among different organs of the government.

Power sharing is in the form of political parties, pressure groups, and governments.

answer is C.

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The 'checks and balances' system is another name for horizontal division of power, i.e. power is transmitted among diverse organs - legislature, executive, and judiciary. All these organs have their separate power and areas of jurisdiction-
1)      Legislature- Legislate laws
2)      Executive- Execute the laws made by the legislature.
3)      Judiciary- ensures that laws are constitutionally valid and deliver justice to people.
All these organs work in their areas, keep watch on others and ensure balance.

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