What was the purpose of the War Powers Act?

A. To end the conflict in Vietnam

B. To give the President full authority to go to war

c. To excuse American involvement in overseas conflicts

D. To restore a greater public role in decisions about going to

war

D.

Explanation:

The War Powers Act or the War Powers Resolution was an act enacted in the law of the United States on 7th November 1973. The law was passed by the U. S. Congress over the veto power of President Richard M. Nixon.  

The law was passed with the purpose that whenever American armed forces were to be deployed overseas, the President need to consult with Congress and joint decisions need to be made in such matters. The resolution also requires that the Congress need to be informed 48 hours prior to introducing armed forces overseas. This resolution was made to prevent another Vietnam War.

So, the correct answer is option D, that this law required the greater public role in decision making of going to war.