Question

Latin maxim “delegatus non potest delegare” means _____ .

• A. Person to whom powers are entrusted cannot entrust them to two persons.
• B. Person to whom powers are entrusted can entrust them to another person.
• C. Person to whom powers are entrusted cannot entrust them to another person.
• D. Person to whom powers are entrusted cannot entrust them to a company.

Hint:

This maxim is essential in understanding the principle of delegation of authority in law, which limits the ability to transfer power.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

The Latin maxim “delegatus non potest delegare” means that a person to whom power is delegated cannot delegate that power to someone else, except in specific cases where the authority explicitly allows it.