CAF-4 · Chapter 1 · Question 4 of 15
Which of the following is considered a primary disadvantage of delegated legislation?
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Reveal answer & explanation
Correct answer: C) It takes law-making power away from democratically elected members.
Explanation
The main criticism of delegated legislation is that power is given to unelected civil servants and experts, taking law-making away from democratically elected members.
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