Check and Balances

Checks and balances is a system in government that ensures no single branch—legislative, executive, or judicial—becomes too powerful. Each branch has specific powers and can review or restrict the actions of the others. For example, Congress makes laws, the President enforces them, and courts interpret them. If one branch oversteps, the others can intervene to maintain a balance. This system promotes fairness, accountability, and prevents abuse of power, helping to safeguard democratic principles and ensure government operates within its limits.