To which branch of government does the power to interpret laws and apply the constitution to the law belong?
federal
executive
judicial
legislative

Judicial branch of government is the branch of the government that has power to interpret laws and apply the constitution to the law.

Further Explanation  Government  A government is a system that is led by a group of individuals to govern a society, community or a state. The government consists of various branches that undertake different roles as outlined by law. Branches of government  Judiciary  Judiciary is a branch of government that is headed by the Supreme Court headed by judges. The major role of the judiciary is to interpret the constitution and also review laws. This branch is the least democratic since its members stay in their position for a very long period of time and may not always reflect the will of people.  Executive  The executive branch of government is headed by the president who is elected by citizens of a country or nation who have attained the voting age. The president is responsible of enforcing laws that have been made by the legislature. Additionally, the president also commands the armed forces, veto laws and also deals with international relations. Legislature   This is the branch of government that is headed by the Congress. The major role of the legislature is to make Law and also amending them. The congress is divided into the senate and the House of Representatives.

Keywords: Judiciary, branches of government  

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Level: High school

Subject: History  

Topic: Governments  

Sub-topic: Branches of government