In a democratic state the fundamental rights and freedoms of the individual are guaranteed by the Constitution as the Supreme Law, and are ensured by an independent Justice. Another basic principle in a democratic state is that of the separation and cooperation of powers. Article 6 from the Constitution of the Republic of Moldova reads: “Th e Legislative, the Executive and the Judicial Powers are separate and cooperate in the exercise of their prerogatives in accordance with the provisions of the Constitution”. a. Match the words below with the powers mentioned above: – the President – the Parliament – the Court of Appeal – the Supreme Court of Justice – the Government – the Mayors – the Constitutional Court – the District Councils b. What does the ‘Separation and Cooperation of Powers’ mean? c. Which of the three branches is the most important and why? d. Do you agree or disagree with such a principle? Why\