The Emergence Machine

Separation Of Powers

abstract · Law · Level 11 · E10

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Emergence definition

separation-of-powers emerges from government. It requires time.

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Wiktionary senses

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Historical origin

Origin word
separation of powers
Origin language
English

Prerequisite chain

Possible path of this concept down to the fundamental substrate.

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Prerequisites

What you need to understand first.

  • Executive L6 (requires)
    Separation of powers: A system of government where distinct branches (legislative, executive, and judicial) exercise separate and independent authority, preventing any one branch from dominating the others over time.
  • Branch L10 (requires)
    Separation of powers: A system of government where distinct branches (legislative, executive, and judicial) exercise separate and independent authority, preventing any one branch from dominating the others over time.