When the Framers of our state's constitution began to create it, they looked to the U.S. Constitution as a model. Much like the national government, they created a state government in which each branch could keep the others from having too much power. For example, the State Supreme Court can- once a law has been passed and enforced- rule that the law violates the state constitution. If this happens, the law is no longer enforced.
What principle of government is being described in this passage?
Responses
A FederalismFederalism
B Separation of PowersSeparation of Powers
C Checks and BalancesChecks and Balances
D Republican Government