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The Scottish Parliament has the authority to pass laws on specific matters known as 'devolved powers'. Which of the following is a devolved power in Scotland?

  1. Education and trainingAnswer
  2. B
    Defence
  3. C
    Foreign affairs
  4. D
    Broadcasting

Answer

Education and training is a devolved power of the Scottish Parliament.
The area of education and training is a devolved power, giving the Scottish Parliament the right to legislate and set policies for these services in Scotland.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Distinguish between devolved and reserved powers.
Identify that certain areas like education, health, and justice are devolved to Scotland.
Devolution allows the Scottish Parliament to make specific laws for Scotland in these areas.
2
Evaluate the options against the list of devolved powers.
Education and training is correctly identified as devolved, while the others are reserved for the UK Parliament.
National matters like defence and foreign policy must remain consistent across the whole UK and are therefore reserved.

Key Concept

The distinction between devolved powers (managed by Holyrood) and reserved powers (managed by Westminster).
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