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The President's power to veto legislation passed by Congress is an example of which constitutional principle?

A Separation of powers
B Popular sovereignty
C Checks and balances
D Federalism

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

The presidential veto is a core mechanism of the checks and balances system, allowing the executive branch to prevent legislation passed by the legislative branch from becoming law unless overridden.

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