Question

If men were angels , no government would be necessary. If angels were to govern men, neither external nor internal controls on government would be necessary... the great difficulty lies in this; you must first enable the government to control the governed; and in the next place oblige it to control itself. -James Madison , Federalist No.51 Based on the quote, which of the following statements would James Madison support? A. The power of the federal government should be unlimited to ensure public safety B. The power of the federal government should be limited to protect people’s rights C. The federal government should limit rights wherever it thinks necessary D. The federal government should reconsider the list of individual rights once a year.

Answer 1

Answer:

B. The power of the federal government should be limited to protect people’s rights

Explanation:

James Madison in the Federalist Paper explains and also defends the check and balance system in the Constitution. The "constitution" has been drafted in a way that it guarantees the rights of the people and also limits the power of the government. It assures that the government never abuses the power and rights that has been endowed upon it. The Constitution has divided the government into "three branches". Each branch is dependent on the people who legitimise the authority of the government. The check and balance system and the federal structure of the government helps to ensure the rights of the people.