Legislative Power
/ˌlɛdʒɪˈsleɪtɪv ˈpaʊər/
Definitions
- (n.) The authority granted to a governmental body to enact, amend, or repeal laws.
The legislative power allows the parliament to create new laws.
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Commentary
Legislative power specifically refers to lawmaking authority as opposed to enforcement or interpretation of laws; it is central in constitutional law.
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