key term - Diet

Definition

In the context of political science, particularly within the Japanese political system, a "Diet" is a formal deliberative assembly, essentially the national legislature composed of two houses: the House of Representatives and the House of Councillors. It plays a crucial role in making laws, approving budgets, and overseeing the government.

Related terms

Legislature:

A governing body responsible for making laws.

Bicameral System: A two-chamber system in a legislative body, typically composed of an upper house (senate) and a lower house (house of representatives).

Parliamentary System:

A system of government where the executive branch derives its legitimacy from and is accountable to the legislature (parliament), often including a division between head of state and head of government roles