THE OVERVIEW OF SCIENTIFIC SOURCES ON ASPECT OF FUNCTIONING OF THE SYSTEM OF CHECK AND BALANCES IN UKRAINE

Abstract

The development of scientific theory and practice of applying the constitutional foundations of the functioning of the institutions of the state power gives the system of checks and balances a key role in the formation of a coherent and constructive public policy. The researches conducted in the field of public administration, constitutional construction and political theory has shown the gradual and inevitable introduction of a system of checks and balances at different levels of the government in the state.

The main directions of the theoretical researches of the idea of checks and balances are allocated in the article, actual and perspective positions of scientists on the chosen problems are singled out. The significance and direction of the work related to the issue of coordinated, controlled and interconnected work in the government institutions of the state are formulated. Conclusions on the review were made and proposals for further exploration in the processing of this issue were formulated.

In today’s conditions, the problem of scientific substantiation and legislative consolidation of the mechanisms for implementing the idea of checks and balances does not lose its relevance, but on the contrary, requires effective, efficient and fruitful work in the direction of constitutional, legislative, institutional changes and developments. The forms of interaction and mutual control, the scope of powers and activities of the state institutions are not stable, so the theory of establishing a democratic system of checks and balances must constantly develop the current aspects and facets of the domestic statehood.

Reviewing key, fundamental and diverse positions that reveal the essence and content of the system of checks and balances will contribute to further improvement of the public administration, the formation of the civil society and the rule of law, democracy, practical application of the principle of separation of powers in Ukraine.