Understanding Federalist No. 51's Views on Separation of Powers

Hard Unit 1: Foundations Of Democracy Federalist Papers

Federalist Paper No. 51, authored by James Madison, addresses the structure of government and the need for checks and balances to prevent any one branch from gaining too much power. Madison famously asserts the need for 'auxiliary precautions' to protect against tyranny. Considering this, which of the following best represents Madison's argument regarding the separation of powers within the context of Federalist No. 51?

A strong centralized government is necessary to maintain order and protect citizens.

The legislative branch must be the most powerful, as it directly represents the will of the people.

An arrangement of government that includes checks and balances is essential to prevent abuse of power.

State governments should hold most of the power in order to promote individual liberties.

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