Question

Explain the ceremonial and real executive functions of the president in the presidential system of government

Answer 1

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Explanation:

The ceremonial and real executive functions of the president in the presidential system of government are:

The ceremonial role of the President in a Presidential system of  government includes or involves actions like opening of new session of national ceremonies like independence day celebration, welcoming visiting Head of States from other countries, and receiving Credentials of foreign Ambassadors into the country.

It also involves acting as Patron of many non-partisan organization specifically  that of international organization.

The real executive function of a President in a presidential system of government are:

1. President is responsible for the execution and enforcement of the laws created by legislative.

2. President is also responsible in appointing Ministers, subject to legislative approval and heads of federal commission.

3. President is also responsible or has the power to sign legislation into law or to veto bills enacted by the legislative.

4. President also has power to give pardons and clemencies for criminal of Federal crimes.

Answer 2

Answer:

Ceremonial functions of a President is only exercised in the case of an emergency such as a coup d’etat or government breakdown. This is because the Presidents who perform ceremonial functions are known as Head of States and not Head of Governments. This is common in countries with a monarchical origin and the monarchs are referred to as the Head of States.

The real executive functions of a President which is the Head of Government in this case include supervision and control of the executive arm of government, preparation of executive budgets to sent to the Congress and implementation of policies and programs.